Community D.C.

Manna Food Center programs in Montgomery County, food insecurity, how the organization pivoted during the pandemic and an upcoming virtual awards ceremony are among the topics discussed by Jackie DeCarlo (Manna Food Center CEO) and Jenni Chase (iHeart Radio). Info: www.mannafood.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Atul Grover (AAMC Research & Action Institute) and Michael J (iHeart Radio) discuss COVID19 vaccinations, fears, safety, and efficacy. More info: www.aamc.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What will work life look like after Covid 19? Employment Consultant Mary Abbajay and iHeart’s Bernie Lucas discuss the impact of the Work From Home model, future hybrid scenarios and tips for businesses and employees. Info: www.managingupthebook.com www.careerstonegroup.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Children in hospitals experience disruptions to their lives, feel isolated (especially during covid) and are often scared (and bored). Hear about the fun activities the Hope for Henry Foundation provides in hospitals. Founder Laurie Strongin also shares the devastating personal story of her son Henry and gives details about the upcoming virtual 5K event. Info: www.hopeforhenry.org See omnystudio.c...

Hear about WRAP’s signature program Sober Ride, which will be activated on St. Patrick’s Day. WRAP’s President Kurt Erickson and iHeart’s Bernie Lucas discuss this and other alcohol-related issues. Info: www.soberride.com and www.wrap.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Washington Area Women’s Foundation’s Martine Sadarangani Gordon tells iHeart’s Jenni Chase about their mission and programs. Information: www.thewomensfoundation.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three women who lead local chapters of non-profit groups discuss gender parity, inspirational role models, the current state of women, and give advice for young women. Thanks to Lisa Marie Riggins (USO), Michele Anthony (NKF) & Chartese Berry (MS Society) for their insight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Local MS Society President Chartese Berry and iHeart’s Bernie Lucas discuss MS Awareness Week, the effect of COVID19, vaccines, upcoming virtual fundraising walks. Info: www.nationalmssociety.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hear about heart disease, a survivor’s story and the Go Red for Women campaign from American Heart Association Board Chair Barbara Humpton and heart disease survivor Monique Acosta House, as told to iHeart’s Jenni Chase. Info: www.heart.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hear about the virtual Kidney Ball, the effect of COVID19 on people living with Kidney Disease and more, during this chat with NKF’s Michele Anthony and iHeart’s Bernie Lucas. www.kidneyballdc.org and www.kidneywdc.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In additional to medical issues, children living with cancer often face self-esteem issues resulting from hair loss. This unique business/organization hybrid sells and donates headbands for those children. CEO & Founder of Headbands of Hope Jess Ekstrom describes their mission to iHeart’s Bernie Lucas. Info: www.headbandsofhope.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashley Valm (Humane Rescue Alliance) and Jenni Chase (iHeart Radio) discuss adopting and fostering during the pandemic, winter weather safety for our pets, upcoming events and the HRA's "Catbinet Campaign" on social media to get the Bidens to adopt a cat from them! Info: https://www.humanerescuealliance.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sober Ride update, alcohol-related traffic crashes, How Safe Are Our Roads report, Alcohol Awareness for Students presentation on You Tube are among the topics discussed by WRAP President Kurt Erickson and iHeart’s Bernie Lucas. Info: www.wrap.org and www.soberride.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

November is National Hospice Care Month, with the goal of increasing awareness of this health care alternative for your aging family members. Hear about Capital Caring Health’s services & efforts to increase awareness in minority communities, from Altonia Garrett, V.P. Public Affairs & Strategic Partnerships. Info: www.capitalcaring.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are urged to get flu shots at this time each year but those suggestions are amplified this year by the ongoing pandemic. Hear the ‘who, what, when and where’ about this & other vaccines from Loudoun County Health Department Director Dr. David Goodfriend. Info: www.staywellnova.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re still dealing with COVID19 and now the holidays are coming. Clinical Psychologist Dr. Cynthia Post talks with iHeart’s Bernie Lucas about the pandemic’s effect on mental health and provides tips for travel, gatherings and more. www.cynthiapostphd.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ralph Boyd, President/CEO of SOME (So Others Might Eat) talks about hunger, homelessness, affordable housing, job training, COVID19 effects and their Trot for Hunger 5k virtual event. Info: www.some.org www.trotforhunger.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The role of sports, equipment donations for underserved children in DC and COVID19 response are among the topics discussed by Leveling the Playing Field director and founder Max Levitt and iHeart’s Bernie Lucas. Program and equipment donation info: www.levelingtheplayingfield.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hear about suicide warning signs, risk factors, tips for getting through the COVID19 pandemic & Out of the Darkness Experience details from Ellen Shannon, Area Director, National Capital Area Chapter of AFSP. Info: www.afsp.orgCOVID19 Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-TALK or text 741-741 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How important is it to address mental health issues during these challenging times? Hear the answer, plus Out of the Darkness Experience details, from AFSP Maryland Chapter Board Chair Tammi Ginsberg. Info: www.afsp.org/maryland Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-TALK or text 741-741 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hear about the mission of the USO of Metropolitan Washington-Baltimore, their facility expansion, COVID19 response, funding & volunteer needs. Executive Director Lisa Marie Riggins and iHeart’s Bernie Lucas also discuss the iHeart the Troops virtual campaign. Info: www.usometro.org and www.iheartthetroops.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Komen Washington DC Virtual More Than Pink Walk is coming up. Susan G. Komen’s Valerie Nauman and iHeart’s Bernie Lucas discuss the details, as well as breast cancer risk factors, detection, treatments and the organization’s advocacy initiatives. Info: www.komendcwalk.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Childhood cancer, cures, the impact of COVID19 on children with cancer, and upcoming virtual fundraising events are among the topics discussed by St. Jude’s Lisa Surprenant and iHeart’s Bernie Lucas. Info: www.stjude.org and www.stjude.org/walkdc . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hear about St. Ann’s Center for Children, Youth & Families involvement with transitional housing for single women & their children who are experiencing homelessness. CEO Sister Mary Bader also tells iHeart’s Bernie Lucas about programs teaching life skills, financial literacy, parenting effects of COVID19. Info: www.stanns.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Employment and training for people with differing abilities are among the topics in this conversation. Melwood CEO Larysa Kautz tells iHeart’s Bernie Lucas about their mission and the impact of the Americans with Disabilities Act on their programs. Info: www.melwood.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.