Upopolis: The Podcast Upopolis

Join Krista, the Upopolis podcast host for episode 43 (Oops! She may have said 42 in the episode) as she chats with Lily and Sarah about being young adult mentors, common grounds groups, Upopolis, and research they did that led them to work with the Upopolis team. For youth interested in joining a common grounds session, please click and complete the application in this link.

Join Krista, our Upopolis National program manager and podcast host to learn about the steps to get connected with Upopolis as a youth and for professionals interested in referring youth. Krista guides listeners through the referral process, highlights some of the opportunities Upopolis is currently offering youth, and reviews other resources available on the website e.g. posters, rack cards, links, and additional content. Know a youth who wants to join? Click here to make a referral Are you ...

Join Upopolis host Krista Naugler and Upopolis Intern Betina Sales for this episode. Betina takes over host of the podcast to interview for a candid conversation with guests Certified Child Life Specialists Shaindy Alexander and Melissa Dodaro to explore the impactful work of Child Life Specialists in legacy-building and grief support. Drawing from their extensive experience, they provide invaluable insights into the delicate process of creating legacies and offer practical guidance for those...

In this episode, April Young, Camp Director from Camp Maple Leaf / Jacob Island joins Krista to talk about what their camp offers, what parents can look for in a camp, tips, stories, and more. Check out Camp Maple Leaf on their website and specifics on Jacob Island Programs.Youth can also check out more information about camps offered across Canada and tips for going to camp in the U Camp group on Upopolis. Click here for the Canadian Alliance for Grieving Children and Youth's list of bereave...

It's a long one but it is packed with good resources including our favourite books and activities that go along with them. Be sure to check it out and the links below to see the books that the Upopolis team refers to including Lifetimes, I Like Myself, 52 Lists for Happiness, Just as You Are, The Gift of the Ladybug, Hello in There, Have You Filled Your Bucket, Invisible String and more. We forgot to mention this one but is another great feelings book, My Many Colored Days, and this oth...

A teacher asked and we have the answers in this episode of the Upopolis podcast. What does Upopolis offer my student if I refer them? What does the programming offered by Upopolis look like? What are the goals or outcomes Upopolis is aiming for? Listen and find out!Plus, check out our recent poster presentation from a virtual conference that the team presented at. Did you know that the Upopolis team will be at ACLP Conference 2023? Please visit our exhibit if you are there. Plus, the tea...