Still Here is a podcast of The Compassionate Friends Providence Chapter hosted by Bob Haughtaling. Stay tuned for future discussions, which will detail the work done by our Chapter and stories from our members. If you are interested in being interviewed for our podcast, please contact Elaine Arts.
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EPISODE 14 – TAYLOR'S STORY
Kathi Sullivan discusses the loss of her daughter, Taylor, to an underage drinking incident, as well as how her grief led to action. Significant emphasis is placed on turning tragedy into change, along with detailing supports available to parents who have lost a child due to substance use. Kathi and her husband, NFL Lineman, Chris Sullivan, have become powerful advocates for mental health and substance abuse prevention. Click here to listen to the podcast. |
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EPISODE 13 – FRIENDS WAY
Ryan Loiselle, LICSW, and Program Director for FRIENDS WAY, discusses the organization’s efforts addressing children grieving the loss of a significant person in their lives. Special emphasis is placed on the effectiveness of group discussions as well as how young people grieve. Finally, FRIENDS WAY also provides guidance for adults who are supporting children following a major loss. Click here to listen to the podcast. |
EPISODE 12 – DEBBIE'S STORY
Mary Byrne discusses her beloved daughter, Debbie, who struggled through years of substance abuse after being sexually assaulted as a child. Special emphasis is placed on how Mary has coped with her daughter’s loss by being an advocate for abuse victims as well as the importance of seeking mental health supports.
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Mary Byrne discusses her beloved daughter, Debbie, who struggled through years of substance abuse after being sexually assaulted as a child. Special emphasis is placed on how Mary has coped with her daughter’s loss by being an advocate for abuse victims as well as the importance of seeking mental health supports.
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EPISODE 11 – THINKING OF KORY
Susan and Karl Jeschke join Still Here to share insights about the life and passing of their son, Kory. Emphasis is placed on moments spent together, coping with grief, and special considerations necessary to support Kory during his lifetime.
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Susan and Karl Jeschke join Still Here to share insights about the life and passing of their son, Kory. Emphasis is placed on moments spent together, coping with grief, and special considerations necessary to support Kory during his lifetime.
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EPISODE 10 – AN OPEN DISCUSSION
Leigh Reposa, from RI Student Assistance Services, discusses her work educating/training youth and adults about suicide. Special emphasis is placed on causal factors, as well as support and creating awareness about death by suicide. Click here to listen to the podcast. |
EPISODE 9 – A SHINING LIGHT
Tina Saker joins Still Here and discusses how her daughter, Allie, continues to be missed and felt every day. Special emphasis is placed on coping with grief as well as Allie’s ability to light up a room with her magnetic personality.
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Tina Saker joins Still Here and discusses how her daughter, Allie, continues to be missed and felt every day. Special emphasis is placed on coping with grief as well as Allie’s ability to light up a room with her magnetic personality.
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EPISODE 8 – A JOURNEY THROUGH GRIEF
Ann Boulet discusses how her grief journey led her to writing After Winter Comes Spring. Special emphasis is placed on how each individual has a unique grieving experience as well as how death is a topic that many have difficulty speaking of.
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Ann Boulet discusses how her grief journey led her to writing After Winter Comes Spring. Special emphasis is placed on how each individual has a unique grieving experience as well as how death is a topic that many have difficulty speaking of.
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EPISODE 7 – BLUE SKIES
Tom Flanagan discusses the loss of his son and how he (Alex), although capable of lighting up a room, suffered from overwhelming anxiety. Special emphasis is placed on exploring ways to support others who are experiencing their children’s mental health challenges. Click here to listen to the podcast. |
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EPISODE 6 – REFLECTIONS OF TORI
Cathy Andreozzi joins Still Here to discuss how Tori Lynn, her daughter, served as an inspiration. Tori was struck by a car driven by an impaired driver when she was a child – significantly altering opportunities for the future. Nineteen years later, this once vibrant young person, passed due to complications brought on by the accident. All the while Cathy was by her side. Special emphasis is placed on impaired driving, grieving and a foundation designed to ‘pay it forward’. Click here to listen to the podcast. |
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EPISODE 5 – GRIEF HAS BEEN THE HARDEST JOB
Sheila Capasso visits Still Here to discuss losing her son, Donald, and how his passing continues being felt. Special emphasis is placed on insight gained over 19 years and how The Compassionate Friends has provided significant support. Click here to listen to the podcast. |
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EPISODE 4 – THE MEASURE OF LOVE
Beth Adamo visits Still Here to discuss the loss of her 19-month-old daughter, Natalie, to Sudden Unexpected Death in Childhood (SUDC). Special emphasis is placed on her efforts to help others who are grieving, as well as raising two wonderful children. Beth also supports The Compassionate Friends through her work on the organization’s website and newsletter. Click here to listen to the podcast. |
EPISODE 3 – A MOTHER-DAUGHTER FRIENDSHIP
Lisa DiPalma and her daughter, Christina, join Still Here to discuss the impact losing Bella had on their lives. Special emphasis is placed on how Christina supported her parents while experiencing significant grief herself. Both sought support through counseling and/or The Compassionate Friends. Lisa and Christina have gone on to create a beautiful mother-daughter friendship that is inspirational.
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Lisa DiPalma and her daughter, Christina, join Still Here to discuss the impact losing Bella had on their lives. Special emphasis is placed on how Christina supported her parents while experiencing significant grief herself. Both sought support through counseling and/or The Compassionate Friends. Lisa and Christina have gone on to create a beautiful mother-daughter friendship that is inspirational.
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EPISODE 2 – A SUPPORTIVE PLACE
Kevin Sbardella visits Still Here to discuss how The Compassionate Friends have helped him after the loss of his daughter, Angela. Special emphasis is placed on creating supports and how he attempts to help others who have lost a child.
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Kevin Sbardella visits Still Here to discuss how The Compassionate Friends have helped him after the loss of his daughter, Angela. Special emphasis is placed on creating supports and how he attempts to help others who have lost a child.
Click here to listen to the podcast.
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EPISODE 1 – NEEDED SUPPORT
We begin our ongoing series of episodes with Lucille Valliere and Linda Chase. Bob Houghtaling leads a discussion that highlights the organization’s attempts to support family members grieving the loss of a child (no matter the age). Click here to listen to the podcast. |
