Community D.C.

The upcoming Herndon Festival and other community involvement activities of the Herndon-based NW Federal Credit Union. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a continuation of the interview about the opioid crisis, the impact of parents in the 'war on drug abuse', doctor training about prescriptions and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Opioid crisis, pain med heroin connection, Jeremy’s story, Memorial Day event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A winning organization explains their mission & talks about the upcoming April 27 event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you ask for a transplant donor if you need a new kidney? Listen for the answer and information about Donate Life Month, success stories and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A “state of yuck,” understanding child misbehavior, what it means and tips for positive reactions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spring volunteer opportunities for seniors, impact of volunteering, RSVP program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Free Lyft Ride on St. Pat Day, driving drunk on private property, ignition interlock camera, drunk walking. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Connection between paid meds and opioid addiction, alternative ‘conservative care options’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aggressive driving is contagious. A local police captain defines it and explains education & enforcement efforts to prevent it. Also the ADAPT program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Volunteer opportunities with Junior Achievement, benefits, signup information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tips for how to discuss sexual harassment & assault with children; recognizing inappropriate behavior. Discussed by Sonia Quinonez & Tracy Leonard. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Family & intergenerational volunteering, Give Together project on MLK Nat. Day of Service. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Suicide reasons, warning signs; talking tips for parent/teen and teen/teen conversations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kidney disease, risk factors, treatment options; donation story from a donor, Wizards event on 1/13. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Local organization trying to reduce the drug addiction relapse cycles with “authentic connection”. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Drunk driving, safe holiday partying, free Lyft ride for impaired drivers are topics WRAP president Kurt Erickson talks about in this segment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Holiday stress, family dynamics & tips for getting through December are discussed by Sonia Quinonez (Scan of NoVa) and Kelley Organek (UpCyCle). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's hard for drivers to see pedestrians & bicyclists during winter. Mike Ferrell with the Street Smart Campaign offers safety tips. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LUNGevity’s Becky Bull talks about lung cancer symptoms, research, treatments & renewed optimism for a cure. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mary Considine & Brian Gawne from Fisher House discuss their group houses that are available to families of seriously injured military personnel who are in hospitals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bernie Lucas talks with clinical psychologist Dr. Cynthia Post about getting through the festive December holiday family gatherings, holiday parties and travel, even when you’re not feeling festive. More info: www.cynthiapostphd.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bernie Lucas talks with Volunteer Fairfax Communications Mgr. Angela Starling about the organization, the benefits of volunteering and the upcoming VolunteerFest 2017. Information: www.volunteerfairfax.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bernie Lucas talks with Montgomery County Police Captain Charles Carafano about the opioid and heroin abuse issue, drug use signs parents should look for and the upcoming Save A Life Montgomery Community Forum. Info: www.manyvoicessmartchoices.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bernie Lucas (iHeart Radio DC) talks with Steve Cline (Partnership for Drug Free Kids) about heroin and opioid abuse, the connection with prescription meds and the positive effects of parental influence. Parents help line: 855-378-4373. Information: www.drugfree.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.