A Time for Fitness with Coach Andre Saxon of Bodied by Dre fitness, changing lives by motivation and being a better version is of themselves and Aaron Douglass of Transformation Fitness CLT, striving to make individuals 1% better. During this episode we discuss some intricate details of having a fitness lifestyle from training philosophies, techniques, motivation and mindset.

A Time for Fitness with Coach Andre Saxon of Bodied by Dre fitness, changing lives by motivation and being a better version is of themselves and Aaron Douglass of Transformation Fitness CLT, striving to make individuals 1% better. During this episode we discuss some intricate details of having a fitness lifestyle from training philosophies, techniques, motivation and mindset.

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The Charlotte Community Connections podcast spotlights those who are making a difference in the greater Charlotte area. From area non-profits to healthcare initiatives and local leaders to startup entrepreneur, we'll learn the diverse ways we can work together to strengthen our community.  
 Interested in being featured on Charlotte Community Connections or have a suggestion?  Drop us a line at <a href="mailto:janine.davis@bbgi.com">janine.davis@bbgi.com</a>.
 Make sure to subscribe to the Charlotte Community Connections podcast.  New episodes drop each week.

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This month is National Social Work Month. If you have ever wondered what a social worker's role is, you have likely encountered one at some point. They are on the front lines of strengthening families and communities. You will find them in your schools, hospitals, mental health centers, nonprofits, corporations, the military, and local state and federal government. 

 The US Bureau of Labor Statistics reports there are over 750,000 social workers in the United States And social work is considered one of the fastest-growing professions in the country.  We talk with a few of them from Mecklenburg County.

Guests:

Jayla Chrisp/ Child Welfare Specialist - Child Welfare Specialist in Permanency Planning (aka a Foster Care Social Worker)

Rebecca Wilson/ Services for Adults Division  - Adult Protective Services Social Worker 

Jerron Brown/ Economic Services - Social Worker with the Department of Community Resources ( Economic Service Division)  

Additional Information:

Mecklenburg County Child, Family & Adult Services

 

This month is National Social Work Month. If you have ever wondered what a social worker's role is, you have likely encountered one at some point. They are on the front lines of strengthening families and communities. You will find them in your schools, hospitals, mental health centers, nonprofits, corporations, the military, and local state and federal government.&nbsp;
&nbsp;The US Bureau of Labor Statistics reports there are over 750,000 social workers in the United States And social work is considered one of the fastest-growing professions in the country.&nbsp; We talk with a few of them from Mecklenburg County.
Guests:
Jayla Chrisp/ Child Welfare Specialist -&nbsp;Child Welfare Specialist in Permanency Planning (aka a Foster Care Social Worker)
Rebecca Wilson/ Services for Adults Division&nbsp; - Adult Protective Services Social Worker&nbsp;
Jerron Brown/ Economic Services -&nbsp;Social Worker with the Department of Community Resources ( Economic Service Division) &nbsp;
Additional Information:
<a href="https://cfas.mecknc.gov/">Mecklenburg County Child, Family &amp; Adult Services</a>
&nbsp;

It's One Of The Fastest Growing Professions In The U.S. - Social Work

There have been documentaries and even movies made about opioid use. "Painkiller" on Netflix looks at the consequences of the opioid epidemic – those who are pushing it, the victims, and the big business of it all. Another on Hulu called “Dopesick” focused on this ONE company run by a family that started the opioid epidemic with the painkilling drug OxyContin.  

Just how big is the business? According to the National Institutes of Health, in 2023 the opioid market in the U.S. was valued at $22.9 billion. And it continues to grow as opioid manufacturers continue to distribute, despite lawsuits and several settlements. 

The opioid crisis is not just impacting the big pharmaceutical companies but families in cities & towns around the country. Specifically, here in Mecklenburg County where the public health dept says since 2019, there’s been a 200% increase in overdose deaths among Black & Hispanic residents in Mecklenburg County.  There’s only been a 14% for White residents during the same period. We are digging deeper into this topic today… 

GUESTS:   

Dr. Raynard Washington -- Meck Co. Health & Human Services, Public Health Department Director   

Lauren Kestner -- Center for Prevention Services, Director of Harm Reduction 

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:

Anuvia Prevention & Recovery Center

McCleod Centers For Wellbeing

There have been documentaries and even movies made about opioid use. "Painkiller" on Netflix looks at the consequences of the opioid epidemic &ndash; those who are pushing it, the victims, and the big business of it all. Another on Hulu called &ldquo;Dopesick&rdquo; focused on this ONE company run by a family that started the opioid epidemic with the painkilling drug OxyContin.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Just how big is the business? According to the National Institutes of Health, in 2023 the opioid market in the U.S. was valued at $22.9 billion. And it continues to grow as opioid manufacturers continue to distribute, despite lawsuits and several settlements.&nbsp;
The opioid crisis is not just impacting the big pharmaceutical companies but families in cities &amp; towns around the country. Specifically, here in Mecklenburg County where the public health dept says since 2019, there&rsquo;s been a 200% increase in overdose deaths among Black &amp; Hispanic residents in Mecklenburg County.&nbsp; There&rsquo;s only been a 14% for White residents during the same period. We are digging deeper into this topic today&hellip;&nbsp;
GUESTS:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Dr. Raynard Washington -- Meck Co. Health &amp; Human Services, Public Health Department Director&nbsp; &nbsp;
Lauren Kestner -- Center for Prevention Services,&nbsp;Director of Harm Reduction&nbsp;
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
<a href="https://www.anuvia.org/">Anuvia Prevention &amp; Recovery Center</a>
<a href="https://mcleodcenters.org/services/">McCleod Centers For Wellbeing</a>

A Startling Number Of Black And Hispanic Residents Dying From Drug Overdose In Charlotte

We often talk about girls and the issues they face these days – whether it’s body image, self-esteem, or how they deal with conflict or communicate with others. All seem to be a common thread among them across the board. But, who we don’t often talk about with these same or similar issues  -- is boys. 

Yes, our boys have issues, too. Here are a few interesting facts about boys you may not know. Boys today often face problems related to mental health, including depression and anxiety. Toxic masculinity is the pressure to be strong, stoic, and not show emotions, so boys struggle to express their feelings and don’t often seek support, which can then lead to emotional repression. Then there is peer pressure, cyberbullying, academic challenges, and yes, even body image concerns. 

Just where do boys go to get help? Let Me Run is a wellness program that allows boys to be themselves.

Guests:

Nikki Prenoveau, Regional Director Let Me Run Greater Charlotte 

Cate Varley, National Director of Marketing & Communications 

Let Me Run

We often talk about girls and the issues they face these days &ndash; whether it&rsquo;s body image, self-esteem, or how they deal with conflict or communicate with others. All seem to be a common thread among them across the board. But, who we don&rsquo;t often talk about with these same or similar issues&nbsp; -- is boys.&nbsp;
Yes, our boys have issues, too. Here are a few interesting facts about boys you may not know. Boys today often face problems related to mental health, including depression and anxiety. Toxic masculinity is the pressure to be strong, stoic, and not show emotions, so boys struggle to express their feelings and don&rsquo;t often seek support, which can then lead to emotional repression. Then there is peer pressure, cyberbullying, academic challenges, and yes, even body image concerns.&nbsp;
Just where do boys go to get help? Let Me Run is a wellness program that allows boys to be themselves.
Guests:
Nikki Prenoveau, Regional Director Let Me Run Greater Charlotte&nbsp;
Cate Varley, National Director of Marketing &amp; Communications&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.letmerun.org">Let Me Run</a>

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