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/…
Hey Wild Women! I'm Kelly Hagarty, Host of The Wild Flower Women Podcast. As a Free-Spirited individual who loves self-help and finding it through nature, I wanted to create a podcast that was open-hearted, honest ,fun and full of adventure. My goal is to empower and equip you with the energy, love and support you need to stay rooted in your truth, and make a lasting impact with your authentic voice and vision at the center of it all. If you're like me, then stop, and smile because I'm here ...
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This week, we’re digging into.. 3 PRACTICES TO FEEL MORE IN HARMONY WITH YOUR DESIRES AND YOUR LIFE ALLOW YOURSELF A DAY TO FULLY AND INTENTIONALLY REST. TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF, STRETCH YOUR BODY, SLEEP IN LONGER THAN YOU WOULD LET YOURSELF, DRINK EXTRA WATER, MEDITATE, MICRODOSE, TAKE YOUR DAY SLOWER, ONLY DO WHAT WILL MAKE YOU FEEL RESTED, HAPPY, …
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Episode 1: Reflecting and Reframing a years worth of lessons. Let's journal together! (2021)
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Goodbye 2021! Hello 2022!I bet we can all agree that this is a year we’re ready to leave in the dust, and we’re hopefully looking to the new year as a refreshing reset . As much as we want to turn around and never look back, it can be really valuable to touch on some questions about your experiences and how you have learned from them. Today, we're …
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