Reaching Out with The Network CT

In this episode, we're talking all about back to school season - and more specifically, how to support kids in building healthy relationships in the new year. We'll share some practical tips for caregivers and educators, signs to watch for, and how to create safe, open spaces for young people to talk about friendship, boundaries, peer pressure, and more. We also include a section specifica...

Hello Listeners, In this episode you will be hearing from both sponsors and parents to learn more about what our Holiday Program looks like and what it means to those who give and receive through it. This year our Holiday Program provided gifts to 105 children, 46 moms, and 2 dads. We would like to extend out sincere gratitude for your generous support. Your contributions have brought joy not only...

This episode is a little different. We're sharing a recording of a Town Hall discussion on domestic violence and the resources available to those affected. In this recording, you'll hear from State Rep. Tammy Nuccio, Tolland Town Manager Brian Foley, CEO of CCADV Meghan Scanlon, CEO of Interval House Mary-Jane Foster, and CEO of The Network Karen Foley O'Connor. Throughout the discussi...

Hi listeners,  You can check out the article referenced here: https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/elder-abuse/what-is-elder-abuse For information on reporting elder abuse, look here: https://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/administrative/law_aging/2020-elder-abuse-reporting-chart.pdf Our hotline is 860-763-4542 or safe connect at: 1−888-774-2900

Hello Listeners,  Today we are talking to Adrienne Leinwand Maslin. She recently retired from a 45-year career in higher education administration. She is presently creating a TV/web-based series called She's Roxanne! The series will teach 9-12 year olds important life skills and social issues. The more familiar youngsters are with important social issues, the easier their transition to colleg...

Hello listeners!  Have you ever wondered what our community education program is like or how we promote healthy relationships in the community? Today we'll talk about red flags and green flags, safe dating, and what makes a healthy relationship. We'll also talk about services we have to promote healthy relationships.  Here's another #moreawaremonday podcast that connects to this article:...

Hello listeners,  For #moreawaremonday we are examining domestic violence in the legal system. For this episode, I'll be getting some information from our Family Violence Victim Advocates, Taylor (Enfield Court) and Colette (Rockville Court). If you'd like to talk to them more, you can call our office at 860-763-7430. We have a directory that will guide you to their extensions. You can also c...

Hi, Listeners. This episode is all about healthy ways to build trust in a healthy relationship. While we work to prevent domestic violence, we also promote healthy relationships. Trust is an area we often see unhealthy behaviors normalized. Let's learn how to build trust better. 

Hello listeners! In this episode we will be talking about Jennifer's Law, Bill 1091. The definition of coercive control, what it means, how the bill can help you and what things to be careful of. 

Hello listeners,  Today we are talking about mental health. We'll be sharing some tips, coping skills, and ways to seek help.  You can take a mental health screening here: https://screening.mhanational.org/screening-tools/ Calling 2-1-1 can help with directing you to resources in your community for mental health, substance misuse, domestic violence, sexual violence, etc.  The suicid...

Hello listeners,  Today we are talking about male survivors of sexual violence with YWCA New Britain Sexual Assault Crisis Service's Men & Boys Advocate Jamaal Wagner. We'll be talking about their experiences, resources available for help, what you can do as someone who might know a man or boy who has experienced sexual violence, and so much more.  If you are interested in the servic...

Hello listeners,  This episode is for parents, but anyone is welcome to listen who is interested. We are going to be talking to some parents about what worked and what they might have done differently when talking to their children about healthy, unhealthy, and/or abusive relationships.  Episode photo credit to: Photo by Jimmy Dean on Unsplash

Hello Listeners,  Today we are talking with two amazing teenagers, Anna and Dylan. They are sharing their perspectives of relationships (friends, family, peers, etc.) during the times of Covid-19. We really appreciate them taking the time to talk with us and share their perspective. 

Hello,  January is National Stalking Awareness Month and it's an important topic, so we wanted to spend some time discussing it. We'll talk about what stalking is and what you can do about it. Please send any questions or comments our way. We'd be happy to talk more with you or use them in a future episode.  Thank you for listening! 

For some the holidays are the best part of the year, but for others they can be difficult. In this podcast, we share some ideas, tips, and things to keep in mind for people who are struggling with the holidays. Please feel free to share any additional ones you have with us. Or any questions or feedback.  Suicide prevention hotline: 800-273-8255 The Network hotline:  860-763-4542 Mental H...

Hello Listeners! Today we are talking with Courtney, a retired investigator and member of the HART Team in CT about human trafficking. In the podcast, we'll discuss some organizations and resources that I'm posting below as well.  HART: https://portal.ct.gov/DCF/HART/Home Love146: https://love146.org/ Operation Underground: https://ourrescue.org/ Salvation Army: https://www.salvationarmyusa.o...

Hello, listeners! It's Transgender Awareness Week and we are celebrating with an episode on healthy LGBTQIA+ relationships. Please send any questions or feedback our way! We hope you'll enjoy! 

Hello, listeners! Today we are talking about domestic violence in the immigrant community, and what ways we can help. I'll be interviewing Wanda Gaines, the Director of Diversity & Accessibility at CCADV. She'll mention working with safe connect. If you are interested in calling, their phone number is 888-774-2900. You can also email and chat at CTSafeConnect.org .  Please send any questi...

Hello! Today we are going to be talking to Elise Delacruz from the Connecticut Alliance to End Sexual Violence about oppression and how sexual and dating violence impact the lgbtqia+ community. You can learn more about the Connecticut Alliance to End Sexual Violence at: https://endsexualviolencect.org/  They have a great LGBTQ section: https://endsexualviolencect.org/lgbtq/ Hotlines:  1-...

Hello Listeners! Today we are talking to Pastor Graham Van Keuren about how faith communities can help with relationships and domestic violence. We'll talk about some of the obstacles a person experiencing domestic violence might face related to religion and what they can do.  Graham Van Keuren is a native of the Philadelphia area who has been in Somers, CT for 15 years as Pastor for the Cong...

Hello, Listeners! Today we are talking to Lyssa Morro, author and artist. She has published a book Night in Day available: https://www.amazon.com/Night-Day-Lyssa-Moro/dp/1535010347. She will be sharing with us her experience healing from abuse. This may be triggering or difficult to listen to for some people. Please reach out if you need support and take care of yourself.   At The Network we...

Hello, listeners! Today we are talking with Carmine DiCenso, Executive Director of the Dakin Humane Society about ways victims of domestic abuse can get help with their pets when leaving a dangerous situation and so much more! They offer a lot of great programs. If you are interested in learning more about them, using their services, or supporting their services, please connect at https://www.daki...

Have you ever wondered how government can help with domestic violence? Are you curious about what happens when the police respond to a domestic violence call or how to obtain a restraining order? Today we are learning more about what the Town of East Windsor is doing to help people experiencing domestic violence. We’ll answer these questions and more with Sarah Muska and Sergeant Julia Knowles . S...

With 1 in 3 women, 1 in 4 men, and 1 in 3 teens statistically experiencing domestic/dating violence, there is a good chance you will know someone who is in, has been, or will be in an abusive relationship. Would you know what to do or say if someone came to you for help? In this episode we have some general tips to help you with a conversation. Please send us any questions you still have after lis...

Hello, listeners! Today we talk with Joanna Fornwalt, a licensed clinical social worker for the Town of Enfield Youth and Family Services Department, about suicide prevention and mental health. We really appreciate her taking the time to talk with us.  Here are some resources if you or someone you know is considering suicide:  National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 Text HOME...