The New Trier Township Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Facing the Pressures of Youth Nov 01, 2018

Show notes

Since the kickoff on March 14, 2016, the Text-A-Tip service has offered an additional supportive outlet to about 100 students throughout the Township. Over 900 text messages have been exchanged, and numerous students connected with local counseling resources.

In episode two of the New Trier Township Podcast, we are sharing additional material from Jack Macholl's interview with Renee Dominguez, Executive Director, Family Service Center of Wilmette, Glenview, Northbrook and Kenilworth, Robert Mardirossian, Executive Director Counseling Center of the North Shore and William Hansen, Executive Director, Family Service, Glencoe.

These experts in family services counseling comment on the pressures facing today's students, and the impact of social media on relationships and family.

New Trier Township (Winnetka Illinois) provides grant funding for numerous social services programs to improve the physical and emotional health of community members.

Aging Gracefully Oct 31, 2018

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Aging in the 21st century is much different than previous generations. Family services professionals from the North Shore suburbs of Illinois share their viewpoint on aging gracefully (with help from neighbors). The discussion covers caregiving, fulfillment and seniors that wish to remain in their home (community).

The New Trier Township podcast is designed to address issues, challenges and opportunities in the communities served. For more information or to share ideas for upcoming shows, contact Jack Macholl jmacholl@newtriertownship.com

Andy Duran Interview- LEAD Oct 31, 2018

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In episode 3 of the New Trier Township podcast, Jack Macholl interviews Andy Duran, Executive Director of LEAD, (Linking Efforts Against Drugs) in the studio.

LEAD is a drug prevention organization in the northern suburbs (Lake Bluff, Illinois) of Chicago. The group has created an app that permits school age youth to confidentially seek help via text messaging.