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Vicky Manivanh and Michelle Holm are friends, neighbors, and now, business partners. Like most things that end up being a great idea, ReCooped PNW started as a brilliant accident. While visiting a friend’s business, we noticed they were throwing away a large amount of plastic material. Upon closer inspection, we noticed that the material was quite durable so we decided to “rescue” it. A few days a...

When Dan Fine said yes to helping animals abandoned in Ukraine, he had no idea the layers of problems they would have to solve. When the Russians invaded Ukraine, over 12 million people fled the bombs, missiles, landmines and bullets. Unfortunately, many had to leave their pets behind. We are helping by sterilizing, vaccinating and microchipping and trying to reunite them. Ukraine War Animals Reli...

Approximately 10% of patients aged 65 or above have dementia, but almost half of all cases go undiagnosed. Dr. Martin Levine who leads the new Memory Support Program at Optum Washington in Seattle to support families in need of critical memory care.  Approximately 10% of patients aged 65 or above have dementia, but almost half of all cases go undiagnosed. Despite these unfavorable statistics, some...

Please Touch is an art exhibit sponsored by Revision Art. Barbara Oswald is the founder of Revision Art and is committed to bring an art experience that encourages touching.   "I was born 3 months premature and in the 1950’s survival of a 2-pound preemie was miraculous. My retinas were damaged, and I am legally blind."  After being turned down for med school where she hoped to become a psychiatris...

Death Doula Dr. Kimberly Harms tells us what is really important at end of life. Dr. Kimberly Harms is committed to challenging societal norms surrounding death and end-of-life planning. We talk about: Beyond the will: nurturing emotional wealth for your loved ones. From Grief to growth: rediscover purpose after loss. Beyond the stuff: prioritizing emotional well-being in the downsizing process. H...

Xenia Dolovova   Director at Furniture Repair Bank; Waste Reduction Programs Director at  Zero Waste Washington and Sarah Dandy Communications and Relationship Director talk about finding a gap and filling it. As the founder of Furniture Repair Bank Xenia saw the need to recycle furniture and set out to make it happen. Her side kick Sarah started as a volunteer and loved the work so much she joine...

Dr. Allison Feldt with Body Motion PT helps women "We Help Women Through Fertility, Pregnancy, Birth, Postpartum And Beyond So They Can Live Active, Confident, Healthy Lives Without The Need For Medication Or Surgery" Body Motion PT See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Youth suicide and mental health issues are on the rise. Dr. Janzen with Optum addresses the issues of youth mental health and how we as a community can work to make a safe place for our youth. Dr. Janzen says we can start the conversation with our kids to create a safe environment for them to share what they are going through. Optum has resources and Dr.'s that can help. Optum See Privacy Policy a...

In Pets are Family, It’s as simple as that, join Erika Sinner on an emotional journey exploring the profound bond between humans and their beloved pets. Centered around the passing of her dog Kingston, the book delves into the intense grief of pet loss and the deep emotional connection we share with our animal companions.  Beyond grief, the narrative emphasizes the need to integrate pet loss into...

Lori LeBay walked through an Alzheimer's diagnoses with her mom and wanted to help others navigate this journey by starting a podcast! Alzheimer’s Speaks is a Minnesota-based advocacy group supporting family caregivers and professionals as well as being a media outlet making an international impact. Our goal is to shift dementia care from crisis to comfort by giving voice to all and raising those...

This is a heartbreaking reality that our youth face daily, and as a mother herself, Dr. Purdy's passion for advocating against bullying is deeply rooted in the understanding of every parent's nightmare. Her involvement with Boo2Bullying underscores her unwavering commitment to addressing this pervasive issue and supporting those impacted by bullying, especially in the digital age where it has beco...

Exploring the types of college saving plans with Luke Minor with WA 529. The GET plan has a deadline of 5/31/24 if you want to secure this years tuition act before then. The Dream Ahead Plan is available all year long. The best thing to know that if you child doesn't go to college or gets a full ride scholarship, this money is still yours and now you can roll it into a Roth IRA for their retiremen...

Free Your Joy: The 12 Keys to Sustainable Happiness Bestselling author and creator of Joy School Lisa McCourt outlines her unique formula for sustainable happiness, offering a year's worth of activities, prompts, and techniques that raise your “joy setpoint” so you can cultivate authentic, lasting peace and fulfillment in your daily life. We talk about the toll Covid has taken on many and how to f...

Meghan and Marie with Strong Like Mom, talk about stigma, stereo type and dignity. They are on a mission to not only help single mom's but help their communities see them in a better light. Strong Like Mom is making a substantial difference in the lives of single mothers and reshaping the narrative surrounding single parenthood through four pillars. By actively educating communities, challenging p...

#GetThatGivingFeeling Give Big is May 7 and 8th , donate at wagives.org. Rebecca O’Neil is the Founder of the Shattered Glass Project. The Shattered Glass Project is a theatre company with the mission to amplify the voices of theatre artists who have been marginalized on the basis of their gender or sex, including but not limited to cis and trans women, non-binary folks, and trans-masculine/trans-...

Devon Stone is the Adaptive Services Director at Little BitTherapeutic Riding Center. Magnus is a client who has benefited from many of Little Bit's programs his parents Myra and Steve Baldwin share their experiences with us. Little bit is hosting an open house May 19th and would love for you to come visit. Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center is a community where horses transform the bodies, mind...

Affectionally dubbed the “octopus whisperer”, acclaimed author  SY MONTGOMERY , returns to the species she knows and loves, offering current and compassionate stories about the scientists on the front lines of octopus research and conservation.   In  SECRETS OF THE OCTOPUS , Montgomery, dives deep into the extraordinary life of one of nature's most intelligent and complex animals. Enhanced with br...

It is that time of year again for GIVE BIG WA.  Jarrelle Marshall Is the Executive Director of RECLAIM.Org. RECLAIM provides reintegration support that centers the mental, emotional, and relational health of individuals impacted by the criminal legal system and their loved ones to better prepare them for the return home. Everyone deserves care. Care and support services should be available and acc...

Brenda Reiss has learned in order to really be free, she had to forgive herself first. In this enlightening conversation Brenda talks about her journey to forgiveness. That is when her life changed forever. She loves coaching others to help them find the process of self forgiveness. In her podcast she shares all the aspects of forgiveness and how it can change your life like it has hers. Forgive Y...

Dr. Ski Chilton is a distinguished innovator, academic and entrepreneur. With a prolific record of over 160 scientific publications and 15 patents, he has founded four companies and a nonprofit. He has been at the forefront of personalized nutrition and wellness, earning widespread recognition in both academia and industry for his trailblazing contributions. In his new, Amazon #1 Best Seller,  The...

Kevin Dixon is the Assistant Director for  Working Families Tax Credit (WFTC). WFTC is a program administered by the Washington State Department of Revenue that helps low-to-moderate income workers and their families receive money b ack on sales taxes already paid. Those eligible may be able to get free help filing their taxes with the help various programs with trained volunteers to assist in com...

Jodi Rubin is the Marketing Director for Reading is Fundamental. Their Rally to Read program is wrapping up in March and it has been very successful. You still have plenty of time to get in on all the read alouds and fun activities. Jodi gets us geared up for the summer reading program that will follow Rally to Read. Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) connects children with the joy of reading to spark i...

For nearly sixty years, Skills Inc. has been a leading aerospace supplier with a mission to expand employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Originally located in the Seattle neighborhood of Ballard, they now operate out of three facilities in Auburn, WA. Every day, their 300-person team proves that “an inclusive workforce is a strong workforce” by producing quality components for com...

Caregivers are so necessary and often feel invisible. Meet Allison Breininger. She is the founder of The Negative Space. Allison has a MA in Education and spent twenty years teaching, training, directing, coaching, and creating content in the realm of education. A caregiver for her husband since 2010, she experienced firsthand that caregivers are in the negative space: vital yet overlooked and uns...

Kinder Smoots, the Executive Director of Eagle Wings Disability Ministries talks about all the fun events they have for people with disabilities. The events are 100% free to the clients. She shares her own story about being in a wheel chair briefly and how it brought it all home how some people with disabilities are treated. She is out to change the world and you can help out with donations or vol...