In the Collaborative Solutions podcast, listeners are introduced to a diverse panel of local experts from Kansas as they work to solve the challenging social issues that confront people experiencing homelessness. Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, James Chiselom, Barry Feaker, Misty Bosch-Hastings, and Brett Hartford highlight the importance of collaboration and compassion in finding solutions.
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Episode 8: Jason & Renae: A Journey to Home
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In this heartfelt episode of Collaborative Solutions, couple Jason and Renae share their deeply personal journey from homelessness to finding a permanent home. They bravely recount struggles with addiction and the daunting challenges of navigating support systems, shining a light on the critical role community resources played in their journey. Joi…
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Episode 7: Leadership in Action with Jill deVries Jolicoeur
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In the latest episode of the Collaborative Solutions podcast, we highlight special guest Jill deVries Jolicoeur, Assistant County Administrator for Douglas County. Jill discusses her extensive role in county government, including her leadership in the "A Place for Everyone" strategic plan to end chronic homelessness. The episode underscores the nec…
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Episode 6: Inside the Transformation of the Homeless Resource Center with Brett Hartford
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In this episode of Collaborative Solutions, we shine a spotlight on Brett Hartford, the dynamic director of the Homeless Resource Center (HRC) in Lawrence, Kansas. This podcast delves into Brett's inspiring journey from working on the streets of New York City to transforming the HRC into a vital resource hub for the unsheltered community in Lawrenc…
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Episode 5: Championing Homeless Solutions Across the Country with Julia Orlando
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Join us as Julia Orlando, an award-winning professional with over 30 years of experience in social work, public policy, and community advocacy, shares her inspiring journey toward ending homelessness using a data-driven, stigma-free approach. Under her leadership Bergen County, New Jersey became the first county in the state to achieve and maintain…
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Episode 4: Tackling Homelessness - A Statewide Effort with Andy Brown
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On this episode of Collaborative Solutions - join us for an enlightening conversation with Andy Brown, Deputy Secretary of Kansas Department for Aging and Disabilities Services, as we explore groundbreaking initiatives reshaping homelessness in Kansas. Discover the impactful collaboration between key organizations providing vital services to our mo…
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In the inaugural episode of Collaborative Solutions podcast, listeners are introduced to a diverse panel of local experts. Barry Feaker, James Chiselom, Misty Bosch-Hastings, and Brett Hartford share their backgrounds and discuss the driving forces behind their commitment to finding solutions to multifaceted challenges such as homelessness, behavio…
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Episode 3: A Story of Dedication and Dignity with James Chiselom
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Welcome to Collaborative Solutions, where co-hosts Barry Feaker, Misty Bosch-Hastings, Brett Hartford, and James Chiselom dive deep into impactful stories of service and dedication. This episode highlights James Chiselom's inspiring journey and his commitment to creating lasting solutions for the homeless community in Lawrence, demonstrating his de…
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Episode 2 : A Journey of Service and Leadership with Misty Bosch-Hastings
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Welcome to Collaborative Solutions, where co-hosts Barry Feaker, Misty Bosch-Hastings, Brett Hartford, and James Chiselom dive deep into impactful stories of service and dedication. In our second episode, we spotlight Misty Bosch-Hastings, who shares her journey working in homelessness - from volunteering in the kitchen of the Topeka Rescue Mission…
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