the way home: Recent Episodes
Crossnore Communities for Children
the way home is the podcast of Crossnore Communities for Children. Learn more about what's happening in the world of child welfare and how you can help out.
Today’s episode features Abby Monclova, Senior Director of Human Resources and Michelle Foster, Cottage Parent. Abby and Michelle talk about careers at Crossnore, especially as a cottage parent, and the benefits of working at Crossnore.
This is the last episode of Season 1 of The Way Home podcast. We hope you will catch up on any episodes you missed over the summer. Join us again on September 12 when we return for Season 2!
Today’s episode features Elizabeth O'Hagan, Fostering Communities Officer on our Avery campus. Elizabeth talks about in-kind giving, what it is, and how it supports Crossnore's work.
Today’s episode features Angela Woods, JD, MBA, Chief Operating Officer at Crossnore. Angela discusses what it means to be a professional coach and how she works with clients to help them achieve their success.
Today’s episode features Meredith Martin, Crossnore's Vice-President of Programs. Meredith talks about myths surrounding poverty and families involved in the child welfare system.
Today’s episode features Nick Reed, Chief Financial Officer, and Laura Lee, Sr. Vice-President of Economic Development, from Greater Winston-Salem Inc. Nick and Laura talk about the mission of Greater Winston-Salem Inc., some of their initiatives for our community, and how to get involved with their organization.
Today’s episode features Courtney Branch, Miracle Grounds Farm & Food Forest Coordinator. Courtney talks about permaculture and how the farm is set up, as well as the work she does with children who live on our campus, and our upcoming plant sale.
Today’s episode features Kelly Holbrooks, Crossnore's Director of Dietary Services, and Erika Brown, Dietary Services Coordinator on our Winston-Salem campus. Kelly and Erika talk about the importance of nutrition for children in foster care and the role nutrition plays in creating trauma resilience.
Today’s episode features Alex Hudson, Bridging Families Supervisor, and Deb Eiserman, Bridge Parent at Crossnore. Alex and Deb discuss the Bridging Families© program, where it fits in the foster care world, what reunification for families looks like, shared parenting, and more.
Today’s episode features Sarah Norris, Ed.D., Crossnore's Chief Program Officer. Dr. Norris discusses her career in child welfare and why others might want to choose child welfare for their career.
Today’s episode features Dawn O'Malley, Psy.D, Crossnore's Vice-President of Clinical Servces, and Amy Mock, Director of Tailored Care Management. Dr. O'Malley and Amy discuss Crossnore's new Tailored Care Management services and how you can access this service.
Today’s episode features Cyndi Austin, Ed.D., Principal of Marjorie Williams Academy on Crossnore's Avery campus. Dr. Austin talks about the benefits of a public charter school, as well as what Williams Academy offers, and the application process for admittance in the fall.
Today’s episode features David McCorkle, co-founder of Crossnore's Center for Trauma Resilient Communities. David talks about spiritual trauma and how to make our faith-based spaces trauma-informed and trauma resilient.
Today’s episode features Kevin Redding, Executive Director of Piedmont Land Conservancy (PLC). Kevin talks about the mission and work of PLC, the partnership with Crossnore, and the Stuart & Emma Thomas Memorial Trail opening on Crossnore's campus in April.
Today’s episode features Angela Woods, JD, MBA, Crossnore's Chief Operating Officer. Angela talks about her journey to leadership as an African-American woman, and gives some tips on diversifying your organization's leadership, as well as tips for those looking to move into leadership.
Today’s episode features Michelle Hughes, consultant and project manager for the Center for Trauma Resilient Communities. Michelle talks about the new work of the Western North Carolina-Trauma Resilient Communities project, why this work is important for everyone in NC, and adverse childhood experiences.
Today’s episode features Melissa Morrissette-Hurst, Senior Director of Child Welfare, and Angela Voss, Human Resources Manager. Melissa and Angela discuss careers at Crossnore, current openings, benefits, and our special need to fill parenting roles.
Today’s episode features Brett Loftis, Chief Executive Officer of Crossnore and co-founder of Crossnore's Center for Trauma Resilient Communities. Brett talks about our Youth Independent Living program, partnership with The Open Table, our upcoming MOVE Conference, and how you can get involved.
Today’s episode features Jamie Southern, Executive Director of Bookmarks in Winston-Salem, NC. Bookmarks is a literary arts nonprofit that cultivates community by bringing people of all ages together with books and authors who educate, inspire, challenge, and entertain. Bookmarks is a community partner with Crossnore and Jamie talks about the history of Bookmarks, the Bookmarks Festival, and how community partners are making a difference in Winston-Salem.
Today’s episode features Angela Woods, Crossnore's Chief Operations Officer. Angela gives us a good definition of health and wellness, talks about its importance for leaders, and how health and wellness fits into a trauma-informed organization.
Today’s episode features Angela Squire, Crossnore's Senior Director of Prevention Services. Angela talks about creating programs to meet the Family First Prevention Services Act, how prevention services further fulfills our mission to work with children and families, and the specific services offered by her team.
Today’s episode features Joe Torrence, Director of Community Relations for The Open Table. Joe discusses the mission of The Open Table, partnership with Crossnore, how we can walk alongside youth aging out of foster care and The MOVE Conference.
Today’s episode features Shana Heilbron, Executive Director-Triad Region. Shana talks about joining Crossnore's team and her role, trauma-informed care, working in community partnerships, and Crossnore's plan for opening a trauma-informed charter school.
Today’s episode features Beatriz Vides, co-founder, Faculty, and Senior Director of Program Development for the Center for Trauma Resilient Communities. Beatriz talks about her experience as an immigrant coming to the United States, the complex trauma that many immigrants experience, and how we can respond in a trauma-informed way.
Today’s episode features David McCorkle, co-founder and Senior Faculty of the Center for Trauma Resilient Communities, and Cynthia Copeland, adjunct faculty at NYU Steinhardt School and also faculty at the Center. David and Cynthia discuss trauma in faith spaces, how it occurs, and how we can address it.
Today’s episode features Caroline Hart, Crossnore's Deputy Director and Chief External Relations Officer. Caroline discusses Giving Tuesday and how you can support Crossnore's effort in this global movement of generosity.
Today’s episode features Dr. Sarah Norris, Crossnore's Chief Program Officer. Sarah discusses the parenting roles that Crossnore is looking to fill, how each role plays a part in the hope and healing of children and families, and how you can apply for one of these roles.
Today’s episode features Amber Rucker, Crossnore's Senior Manager of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). Amber discusses her role at Crossnore, the DEIB work we are engaged in, and why that is important in a trauma-informed organization.
Today’s episode features Dr. Sarah Norris, Crossnore's Chief Program Officer. Sarah discusses Crossnore services, our continuum of care, trauma-informed care, and the opportunities to work for Crossnore.
Today’s episode features Jim Hart, Director of Christian Education & Experience and Megan Boyles, Spiritual Life & Recreation Coordinator. Jim and Megan discuss spiritual life and recreational activities at Crossnore and how that helps kids find hope and healing.
Today’s episode features Patrice Williams, Communications Manager and Blair Johnston, Executive Administrative Coordinator. You'll learn about the process of foster home licensing, adoption, and hear Patrice and Blair's own experiences as foster and adoptive moms.
Today’s episode features Brett Loftis, Chief Executive Officer of Crossnore Communities for Children and co-founder of the Center for Trauma Resilient Communities. Brett talks about creating a trauma resilient community and why that's important, as well as the outcomes experienced in communities that do this work.
Today’s episode features Kimberly King, Fostering Communities Officer in Winston-Salem and Elizabeth O'Hagan, Fostering Communities Officer on our Avery campus. Kim and Elizabeth talk about volunteer opportunities, Amazon Wish Lists, Christmas at Crossnore, and more.
Today’s episode features Marnie Eisner, Director of Business Development for Crossnore's Center for Trauma Resilient Communities. Marni talks about what the Center is, the work they do, creating a trauma-resilient community, and how your organization can get started in this work too.
Today’s episode features David McCorkle, co-founder and senior faculty of the Center for Trauma Resilient Communities, and Cynthia Copeland, faculty at the Center. David and Cynthia discuss the Center, the work they do in communities, self-care and compassion, cultural and historical trauma and more.
Today’s episode features Abby Monclova, Senior Director of Human Resources at Crossnore Communities for Children. Abby talks about careers at Crossnore, tangible and intangible benefits, internships, and what makes Crossnore a great place to work.
Today's episode features Hailey Bullis, Case Manager at Crossnore Communities for Children, and a foster mom. Hailey talks about what it's like to be a foster parent, fostering as a single person, building attachments, and why our listeners should consider fostering.
Today's episode features Andrew Florence, Director of Experiential Learning, and Peter Berry, Miracle Heights Adventures Coordinator. Andrew and Peter talk about our Philip L. Van Every Outdoor Adventure Center, the work they do with children who receive services from Crossnore, and how the public can get involved through Pay to Play days or corporate team development.
In today's episode of the way home, Angela Bollo joins us to talk about Fostering Communities.
Join Brett Loftis, CEO on the way home to learn more about Crossnore's mission, some new programs, and our trauma-informed care model.