Tag Archive: San Luis Valley
The longest running sustainable energy fair in the country is happening again this year. It’s the 32nd Annual Crestone Energy Fair, coming up on Saturday and Sunday, August 28 & 29, near Crestone Colorado. We have more of a round table discussion about micro grids, social permaculture, wood gasification, the expansion of this year’s fair, how you can attend in person or virtually, their need for volunteers and so much more with Director Lisa Bodey, onsite producer Nick Nevares and Advisor Donovan Spitzman.
Suicide is a leading cause of death in the US and is considered a national public health crisis. It is in 10th place for adults overall and in 2nd place for those aged 15-34. Colorado is one of the states with the highest rates of suicide, ranking 10th in the nation. Listen to learn more about suicide prevention, tips for coping, teen suicide, the mental health stigma in men, how to get help and a lot more, from experts in the field at the San Luis Valley Behavioral Health Group.
National Suicide Prevention Month is recognized throughout September. Behavioral Health Specialists from San Luis Valley Health and SLVoices want to help you learn more about tools and strategies to cope with stress and challenges in life, signs and symptoms of suicidality, various high risk groups, the services available from a national level all the way down to locally and a lot more. Joining us in this all important discussion are Gina Bousquet, Medical Assistant, Primary Care, Monica Hinds, RN, Director of RMC Emergency Department, Laura Burkhardt, LCSW, Director of the Behavioral Health Department and Micaela Romero, LCSW, Behavioral Health. Special thanks to Donna Wehe, Director of Communications at SLV Health for arranging this all important podcast.
The longest running sustainable energy fair in the country is coming up. The 31st Annual Crestone Energy Fair is happening on Saturday, September 12th. Here to explain more about hempcrete, this year’s keynote speaker, the energy fair’s future, their new social media channels, how you can attend in person or virtually, their need for volunteers and so much more are Director Lisa Bodey, Onsite Producer Nick Nevares and Helper At Large Donovan Spitzman.
Bustang’s daily outrider services can get you to and from the San Luis Valley to areas such as Durango, Pueblo, Lamar, Salida, Telluride, Montrose, Cortez and Canon City, with connecting services to major cities like Denver, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins and Grand Junction. This comfortable, cutting-edge transportation alternative connects Colorado 7 days a week, 365 days per year. Keep listening to learn all about this statewide service, from CDOT’s Bustang Outrider Project Manager Jeff Prillwitz. You’ll hear about when and why they started, current safety precautions in place, all of the amenities and services available and how you easily and conveniently can get from the San Luis Valley to all of the major cities across our state.
The International Student Exchange is expanding their outreach into the San Luis Valley. Have you ever considered hosting an exchange student? Have you ever considered being an exchange student to a foreign country? Listen as local SLV Representative Kenneth Waudby and 4-Corners Regional Manager Michele Blunt discuss hosting students from abroad, becoming a foreign exchange student, Project HELP, memorable exchanges and how you can become involved here in the San Luis Valley.
Hi! How are you? Really, how are you? May is Mental Health Awareness Month and every year the goal is to fight the stigma, educate the public, and support people and their families with their mental health concerns. Victoria Romero, Bonnie Ortega, Jamie Bogner and Azarel Madrigal-Chase, mental health experts from the San Luis Valley Behavioral Health Group, join in to discuss concerns and recommendations for men and women of all ages as well as children. We touch on substance abuse, overcoming the mental health stigma, your personal mental well being, resources available and more.
Feeling isolated, scared, anxious? Does it seem like your world is collapsing around you? Well, you’re not alone! This can be an extremely difficult time for everyone as we navigate through uncharted territory. To help in coping with everything during this time, from a mental health perspective are SLV Behavioral Health Group members Jennifer Silva (Chief Clinical Officer), Tammy Obie (Emergency Services Supervisor) and Azarel Madrigal-Chase (Grants Manager & Disaster Coordinator). Listen and take notes as they discuss why it’s OK to feel anxious, how to break patterns, compassion fatigue, things you can do at home or work and a whole lot more.
