36 episodi
CCW Podcast Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
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Citizens' Crime Watch is an organization all about promoting public safety in creative ways and this podcast is no different! On the CCW Podcast you'll find different topics ranging from basic safety tips and awareness to heavier subjects like domestic violence and gang activity. With our different partnerships in the public safety space well bring on a new guest every episode to discuss these themes.
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Ep. 35 Mental Health Awareness - MDPD Mental Health & Wellness Bureau
May is Mental Health Awareness Month!! So, in this episode, Joe is joined by Major Melissa Barosela, from the Miami-Dade Police Department Mental Health & Wellness Bureau. They talk about the recent increase in mental health issues and what resources families have to get a person in crisis help. They also discuss what new tactics MDPD has to deal with a mental crisis call and what new efforts do they have to help their own officers with mental health concerns.
Important Links and Contact Numbers:
MDPD Community Mental Health Section
305-471-3000
Miami-Dade County Services Diretory
211
Suicide & Crisis HotLine
988
Thriving Mind South Florida
Mobile Response Teams
1-800-HELP-YOU ( 1-800-435-7968)
NAMI – National Alliance for Mental Illness
www.nami.org
Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
www.citizenscrimewatch.org
info@ccwmiamidade.org
305-470-1670
#CCW #MDPD #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalCrisisAssistance #YouAreNotAlone -
Ep. 34 Tax Fraud: Tips from the IRS on how to avoid it
In this episode, Joe is joined by Special Agent in Charge Matt Line, from the Internal Revenue Service, Miami Field Office. They talk about what is considered Tax Fraud and how these criminals are targeting their victims. They discuss some of the tactics from stolen information for fraudulent returns to shady tax accountant scams. The IRS provides lots of helpful information and prevention tips so that you can avoid and protect yourself from becoming a victim of fraud.
Important Links:
Internal Revenue Service
www.irs.gov
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) – Free Credit Reports
www.ftc.gov
Free Credit Reports
www.freecreditreports.com
www.annualcreditreport.com
Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
www.citizenscrimewatch.org
info@ccwmiamidade.org
305-470-1670
#CCW #IRS #Scams #TaxFrauds #Awareness #NotAVictim #SafetyStartsWithYou -
Ep. 33 Frauds and Scams Targeting Seniors
In this episode, Joe is joined by Detective Marcos Rodriguez, from the Miami-Dade Police Department’s Economic Crimes Section, and they talk about current frauds and scams that are targeting seniors. They discuss the latest tactics from utility scams, grandparent scams, lottery scams, to financial invest frauds, and many more. Lots of helpful information and prevention tips are covered so that you can avoid and protect seniors in your family from becoming a victim of fraud.
Important Links:
Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)
www.finra.org
www.saveandinvest.org
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) – Free Credit Reports
www.ftc.gov
Free Credit Reports
www.freecreditreports.com
www.annualcreditreport.com
Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
www.citizenscrimewatch.org
info@ccwmiamidade.org
305-470-1670
#CCW #MDPD #Scams
#Frauds #SeniorSafety #Awareness #NotAVictim #SafetyStartsWithYou #FINRA #UtilityScams #LotteryScams #GrandparentScams #InvestmentScams #GovernmentOfficialScams #RommanceScams #InternetScams #TechScams -
Ep. 32 What's Going On At CCW: RAD Update With Joe & Vivi
In this episode, Joe is joined by Vivian Havlin, our Executive Director, and they talk about what’s going on at CCW and update everyone on the Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) Women’s Self Defense Program. CCW has been holding monthly classes for the past year all around the County. You’ll learn about the RAD Program, why it’s so successful and why we are so passionate about providing this service to Miami-Dade County women. For more information on upcoming classes, make sure to contact our office and follow us on our social media platforms.
Important Links:
To sign up for classes
rad@ccwmiamidade.org
jbermudez@ccwmiamidade.org
vivian@ccwmiamidade.org
RAD Systems Website
https://www.rad-systems.com
Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
www.citizenscrimewatch.org
info@ccwmiamidade.org
305-470-1670
#CCW #RAD
#SelfDefense #WomensSafety #FightLikeAGirl #RapeAgressionDefense #NotAVictim
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Ep. 31 Human Trafficking Awareness
Did you know that January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month? In this episode, in recognition of this awareness, Joe is joined by Det. Jessica Barriel, from the Miami-Dade Police Department’s Human Trafficking Task Force. They discuss what is Human Trafficking and the various forms such as sexual servitude and labor trafficking. They talk about some signs to look out for as well as some resources available to report Human Trafficking and where to get help.
Important Links:
National Human Trafficking Hotline – POLARIS
1-888-373-7888
MDPD Human Trafficking Website
www.miamidade.gov/humantrafficking
Crime Stoppers of Miami-Dade
305-471-TIPS (8477)
Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
www.citizenscrimewatch.org
info@ccwmiamidade.org
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Ep. 30 Holiday Safety Tips with Joe & Vivi. Stay Safe While Shopping & Traveling This Holiday Season
In this episode, Joe is joined by Vivian Havlin, our Executive Director, and they talk about safety during the holiday season. They share tips to keep you safe while you are shopping out and about, shopping online, safe ways to get your packages delivered, disposing of old items, and safety while you are traveling. Lots of great information on this episode, so don’t miss it!
Also, make sure you listen towards the end to learn how to be entered into a raffle for a FREE RING Doorbell!!
Important Links:
National Crime Prevention Council – “Go For Real”
Campaign
https://www.ncpc.org/goforreal/
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) – Free Credit Reports
https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/free-credit-reports
Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
www.citizenscrimewatch.org
info@ccwmiamidade.org
305-470-1670