The Riverbend Awareness Project brings you a new conversation each month about important causes and issues in our community. Every month of 2024 we will sit down and have a conversation with a professional from our community about significant issues like heart health, Alzheimer’s, literacy, and more. We’ll then share that conversation with you on the Riverbend Awareness Project Podcast, with the goal of sharing resources, and information that will help you have a better understanding of the ...
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Susan Torborg, a director of healthy living initiatives at Melaleuca shares her passion for wellness and explains 7 habits to promote a balanced life. Here’s the Facebook group that Susan mentions in the episode: R3 Weight Loss PlanBy Riverbend Media Group
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For UV Safety Awareness Month, local Dermatologist Stetson Albertson shares with us the importance of looking after your skin while enjoying the outdoors.By Riverbend Media Group
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Christine Winters, the director of therapy at Answers LLC and a professional counselor, explains the more technical side of PTSD and the importance of being informed about PTSD and other mental health topics to give and receive support. Resources: National Center for PTSD NIH Information page on PTSD…
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Gunnery Sergeant Delatorre and Sergeant Nagl from the US Marines joined us to talk about PTSD and the power of being a true and trustworthy friend to those dealing with this mental health challenge. Resources: DSTRESS Line (24/7, Anonymous Marine-to-Marine phone and chat support service ) Military One Source…
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Dr Todd Williams teaches us about celiac disease, what it is, and how this autoimmune disease affects individuals in a variety of ways. Resources: Celiac Disease Foundation Gluten Intolerance Group Beyond CeliacBy Riverbend Media Group
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Episode 4 – Autism Acceptance Month
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Tiffany Klauba and Whitney Ryan, Ph.D., of the Autism Society of Idaho joined us all the way from Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, via video call, and shared with us how daily life can differ for individuals with Autism, and what we can do to make our world more inclusive and accepting. This episode is sponsored by Melaleuca, The Wellness Company. Resources: …
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Join us to hear about Amanda’s experience with the Ronald McDonald Family Room. If you’d like to help support the Ronald McDonald House Charities, you can donate through one of the methods below. https://www.rmhcidaho.org/fundraisingforfamilies Text “RMFR 24” to 243-725 to donate over text Venmo @RMHC-Idaho…
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Join us to hear Christin’s experience with the Ronald McDonald Family Room. If you’d like to help support the Ronald McDonald House Charities, you can donate through one of the methods below. https://www.rmhcidaho.org/fundraisingforfamilies Text “RMFR 24” to 243-725 to donate over text Venmo @RMHC-Idaho…
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Join us for the first episode in the Ronald McDonald House series. This episode, we’re joined by Lori Priest, Director of Community Engagement for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Idaho. https://www.rmhcidaho.org/fundraisingforfamilies Text “RMFR 24” to 243-725 to donate over text Venmo @RMHC-Idaho…
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Episode 3, Part 2 – March into Literacy Month
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There was so much to learn about literacy we had to have a part 2! We dive deeper into the evolution of teaching literacy, how national events can impact literacy, and what we can do as individuals and communities to improve literacy. Idaho Library Directory Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy National Center on Improving Literacy Khan Acad…
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Episode 3, Part 1 – March into Literacy Month
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Superintendents Karla LaOrange and Scott Woolstenhulme share their passion and knowledge of literacy, what it is, and how literacy can empower individuals. Resources: Idaho Library Directory Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy National Center on Improving Literacy Khan AcademyBy Riverbend Media Group
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Dr. Blake Wachter and Chief Lyle Barney share with us why they’re dedicated to keeping the hearts of everyone in our community beating to a healthy rhythm, and how it’s possible for most anyone to help save a heart. This episode is made possible by Idaho Falls Community Hospital. Resources: Idaho Heart Foundation Idaho Heart Foundation Heart Ball A…
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The Red Cross is widely known as a nonprofit organization often involved with blood donation. And in our very first episode we had the pleasure of talking to Angela Ragan, an account manager for the Idaho Falls Red Cross. Learn how powerful blood donors really are and why constant, and consistent blood donations are so vital. For resources mentione…
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