Vicki Sokolik refuses to be an Ostrich. Her son brought to her attention the crisis of unhoused youth — youth unhoused, not living with a parent/guardian, and not in foster care — in America, and she has been fighting to support this vulnerable population every since. Most active in Tampa Bay, Florida, Vicki is the founder and CEO of the nonprofit Starting Right, Now, which removes barriers for unaccompanied homeless youth to cultivate long-term well-being and self-sufficiency. She is also the author of the new book, “If You See Them: Young, Unhoused, and Alone in America.” Vicki Sokolik joined host Jay Ruderman to discuss the many ways unhoused youth fall through the cracks in our society, how her organization helps them, and also how to build trust with people who could use your help. Episode Chapters (00:00) Intro (01:10) Vicki’s origin story (02:40) What is “unhoused youth?” (06:40) What should a person do if they worry they see an unhoused youth? (08:19) How have conversations around unhoused youth changed in Vicki’s 20 years working with them? (11:02) How do people get the word out and help unhoused youth? (14:55) Vicki’s new book (16:48) How Vicki builds trust (20:10) What do students receive at Starting Right, Now? (22:58) How does Vicki balance advocacy and direct support? (27:53) Starting Right, Now alumni (29:10) Goodbye For video episodes, watch on www.youtube.com/@therudermanfamilyfoundation Stay in touch: X: @JayRuderman | @RudermanFdn LinkedIn: Jay Ruderman | Ruderman Family Foundation Instagram: All About Change Podcast | Ruderman Family Foundation To learn more about the podcast, visit https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/…
Join me in clearing up the confusion about NVLD, a little-known learning disorder, and other overlapping issues (ADHD, Autism Spectrum). Much like pioneers, we are making our way by forging new territory for ourselves and those who follow us!
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Today's episode is about victories with NLD and ADHD. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/linda-karanzalis/message
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Confused about NVLD.... non-verbal learning disorder and the issues surrounding and its cross-over symptoms with other disorders? (ADHD, ASD) Contrary to its name those with NVLD do speak, and exceptionally well! Who am I? I'm a Board Certified Cognitive Specialist with NVLD and ADHD. Join me, to clear up the confusion about is a little-known learn…
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Today is the first episode about NVLD (non-verbal learning disorder) at my presentation for the National Learning Disabilities Association Of America. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/linda-karanzalis/message
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