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On the Radio

 
Community Connections radio talk show host, Wendy Pires, in the studio.

Community Connections aires on WOON 1240 AM every fourth Wednesday of the month at 9:00 am. Our host, Wendy Pires, is joined by guests to discuss issues and share information about helpful resources for our neighbors in the community.

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Aug28

On the Radio - Overdose Awareness Day

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Three organizations in Woonsocket work directly with vulnerable individuals to stem the tide of the public health crisis that ends the lives of so many through overdose. Hear how their support makes a difference.
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Jun12

On the Radio - Summer Opportunities for Local Youth

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Learn about how three organizations in Woonsocket offer opportunities for youth during the summer.
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May24

On the Radio - A Top Priority is Children's Mental Health

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Children and teens face a world that is far different from even a few years ago, and their mental health is on the line.
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Apr29

On the Radio - Celebrating 50 Years with Head Start

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Woonsocket Head Start celebrates 50 years of preparing children for a better experience in their formal education years.
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Mar27

On the Radio - What We Do to Prevent Child Abuse

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Child abuse is a dark topic, but one we have to discuss as children suffering from neglect and abuse need advocates.
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Mar14

On the Radio - Why We Need to Save First Connections Programs

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Our Director of Family Visiting and Support Programs, Darlene Magaw, MS, is a fierce advocate for early childhood programs like First Connections.
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Jan24

On the Radio - It's Volunteer Income Tax Time Again

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The VITA program stands for Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program and is aimed at getting eligible workers their Earned Income Tax Credits.
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Nov29

On the Radio - What is a CCBHC and What Does it Mean for You?

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Community Care Alliance has recently acquired the status as a nationally Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic. But what does that mean for you, your family and community.
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Sep27

On the Radio - How We Address the Needs of Unhoused Families

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Our Family Care Community Partnership Program (FCCP) is seeing more families struggling to remain housed. Patti Corbett, Program Manager and Amanda Coderre, Housing Support Navigator/Coordinator, talk about how this program is helping families experiencing housing insecurities.
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Jul27

On the Radio - Introducing a New Youth Program

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Stump Evans, Director of The Harbour Youth Center Stump, is excited to share news of a newly funded grant program from SAMHSA that will expand the age of youth center members from 12 - 25 and provide prevention, harm reduction, and recovery services.
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If you would like to hear a topic discussed on the radio, contact  at 401-235-7245

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