Our Delaware Valley Podcast

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Our Delaware Valley introduces you to the people and organizations making a difference in our community, from health and safety issues to education, employment, and even entertainment opportunities. Hosted by Lora Lewis, Our Delaware Valley looks for solutions and positive action to make our region a better place to call home.

  1. Aug 25

    The American Red Cross and US Chamber of Commerce Foundation Are Preparing Businesses for Disasters

    Jennifer Pipa, Vice President Of American Red Cross Disaster Programs, and Rob Glenn, Vice President Of Global Resilience at the U.S. Chamber Of Commerce Foundation discuss their joint efforts to prepare small businesses for disaster. Small businesses are especially vulnerable in disasters, hurricanes, wildfires, flooding and tornados and more, without the scale and manpower of big corporations losing a property or even closing for short periods can put them under. Because small businesses are a vital part of any community the American Red Cross and the US Chamber of Commerce Foundation have created free programs that can help small business owners prepare and mitigate damage in times of disaster. ARC’s Ready Rating program allows businesses to input their information about their company and their location; it then takes them through simulations of predicted and possible disasters for their area. It grades them on their current preparation and offers resources in better planning and support for prevention.  The Chamber Foundation’s Ready 4 Resiliency program offers ways for businesses to protect their future with ways to maintain customer bases and inventory and stock management.  Small businesses can register with the Foundation which will then alert them to other programs and business news and information and allow them immediate access to relief applications.   Ready 4 Resiliency Ready Rating See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  2. Aug 21

    The American Red Cross Wants to Help You be Prepared

    From the American Red Cross of Southeastern PA Alana Mauger, Regional Communications Manager, and Kathy Mullen, Volunteer Partner Lead for Preparedness, spoke about their work in disaster preparedness and relief and disaster prevention. Alana shared that house fires are the biggest share of their relief efforts and we discussed fire safety, from candles, cooking fires and space heaters. Kathy told us about her work with kids teaching them how to prevent house fires and how to prepare with smoke detectors, a practiced plan for evacuation and a designated meeting point after escaping. We talked about shelter in place and evacuation planning, from having a kit to provide for your family for up to seven days at home, to having flares, blankets and water in the car ready to leave when told to. We also discussed first aid and AEDs, the importance of knowing what to do – or not do – in an emergency and the courses that the ARC offers in first aid, lifeguard training and babysitter classes.     Finally, a conversation about the area’s blood supply as we come off a supply crisis, they must keep the shelves stocked before a disaster or before weather keeps donors at home. Blood donated today will not ne ready for up to two weeks.    We spoke about the resources the American Red Cross can offer, from classes to safety tips, shelter in place kit lists and a free smoke detector program. Both Alana and Kathy recommend the ARC apps to keep you informed about weather or environmental disaster info. There is also a blood donor app that can help you register to give and track where your donation goes. To learn more – or to volunteer - go to redcross.org. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  3. Aug 14

    Salvation Army of Greater Philadelphia

    Captain Benjamin Lyle, Divisional Secretary for Greater Philadelphia Operations discussed the history and programming of the Salvation Army of Greater Philadelphia. Founded in 1865 in England, this was the first American chapter. Today the mission has expanded to further address the needs of the poor and needs of underserved communities throughout the region. They offer programs for youth, families and seniors, from basic emergency resources and shelter, to social activities and after-school programming. In recent years the Salvation Army has become a strong voice in Anti-Human Trafficking, raising awareness and support for its victims. The Salvation Army relies on volunteers and donations to keep their programming running. To learn more about their many opportunities go to  easternusa.salvationarmy.org   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  4. Aug 7

    Unite for HER - Heal, Empower and Restore, supporting Breast and Ovarian Cancer Patients and Survivors

    Sue Wheldon CEO and Founder of Unite For HER - Help, Empower and Restore – discussed the national nonprofit that supports breast cancer and ovarian cancer patients by providing integrative therapies, services, education, resources, and support at no personal cost. Her search for answers during her own treatment from taste issues and side-effects to forced menopause inspired her to look for therapies that could support her physically and mentally during her care. New patients enroll to receive a gift basket of comfort items and a ‘Wellness Passport’’ of stamps that they can spend on the services that they would like to try, massage, acupuncture or mental health therapy or meal or grocery delivery services. For patients who had been previously diagnosed their Empowered Living Program offers webinars and seminars on survivorship, dealing with ‘scanxiety,’ nutrition and even cooking classes. UFH Connect is a digital network featuring a variety of live and recorded programming to enrich the health and well-being of the community with 40 virtual events that educate and inspire. In October the Unite for HER task force on women of color look at the different experiences and outcomes that these women face in obtaining treatment and the access to integrated therapies and services that they offer. Sue Wheldon’s book, Heal Empower Restore, available through Amazon and in bookstores in September, is a primer on living with a diagnosis of breast or ovarian cancer. She describes it as this community’s ‘Our Bodies, Ourselves’ as the whole-person care guide for all affected by breast and ovarian cancer, including guidance on integrative therapies, nutritious food recipes, inspiring stories, and much more.  Learn more at UniteForHER.org See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  5. Aug 7

    Workshop of the World: Arts and Crafts at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

    On the 150th anniversary of the great Philadelphia Centennial Exposition and the birth of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Colin Fanning, the Louis C. Madeira IV Assistant Curator of European Decorative Arts, David Barquist, the H. Richard Dietrich, Jr., Curator of American Decorative Arts and Elisabeth Agro, the Nancy M. McNeil Curator of Modern and Contemporary Craft and Decorative Arts, discuss the arts and craft movement spurred by the expo and their new exhibit, current exhibit, Workshop of the World: Arts & Crafts in Philadelphia. The exhibit sheds light on the creative innovations that emerged from a network of Philadelphia artists, architects, and manufacturers in response to the problems of urban industrialization in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The exhibition also explores how contemporary Philadelphia artists remix and reinterpret the legacies of Arts and Crafts. PHILAMUSEUM.ORG See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  6. Aug 1

    The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation reports on Measles Vaccinations

    Dr. Lauren Smith MD, MPH, Vice-President of Strategic Portfolios at the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation discussed the importance of the measles vaccine as children are going back to school. We discussed the rise in reported measles cases, a disease that was considered eliminated in the US in 2000, the possible tip of the iceberg for other infectious diseases as vaccination rates dip across the board. She explained vaccines are safe, highly effective and can reduce serious illnesses in children and adults. Dr. Smith spoke on the various causes that led to the return of measles, including our government’s cuts to public health and circulating misinformation, social media's spread of mis- and disinformation about autism, and even global travel. She urges parents to talk to their health care provider for factual information about vaccinations and also suggests The American Academy of Pediatrics or The American Academy of Family Physicians for more trusted information.  The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation is one of the nation’s leading philanthropies, ‘paving the way… to a future where health is no longer a privilege, but a right.’ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  7. Jul 13

    Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania

    From Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania CEO Tim Kerrihard and Chief Development & Marketing Officer Kristine DelMonte spoke on the 90 year old chapter and its mission, supporting children with physical, intellectual and mental disabilities and their families. Working with children from birth through six or kindergarten, they provide early childhood education, autism services,assistive technology for speech, pediatric speech and language therapy, pediatric occupational and physical therapy and even music therapy. They work in the child’s home or through facilities located throughout the Delaware Valley. They stress the importance of their work and early intervention, noting that children who receive services quickly are less likely to require additional support services in Kindergarten. For more information on programming, volunteering or events go to sepa.easterseals.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  8. Jul 6

    Global Philadelphia celebrates multi-cultural Philadelphia

    Zabeth Teelucksingh discussed Global Philadelphia, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting Philadelphia as an influential World Heritage City and as a vital, diverse center for global affairs and fostering international economic and cultural growth. We discussed Africatown and Chinatown as examples of flouring international communities within the city, the upcoming World Cup and its impact on tourism and foreign business development, the new map of Philadelphia’s remarkable 65 National Landmarks and the completion of Global Philadelphia’s contribution to the United Nations’ Sustainability project, a mural at Glen Foerd to celebrate water.  Learn more at globalphiladelphia.org See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Our Delaware Valley introduces you to the people and organizations making a difference in our community, from health and safety issues to education, employment, and even entertainment opportunities. Hosted by Lora Lewis, Our Delaware Valley looks for solutions and positive action to make our region a better place to call home.

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    Our Delaware Valley
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    2021 - 2026
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