Ridgewood Talks: Supporting Bergen County Families in Need with Bergen Family Promise & Bergen CASA

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Ridgewood Talks: Supporting Bergen County Families in Need with Bergen Family Promise and Bergen CASA In this episode of Ridgewood Talks, hosts Jeanne Johnson and Rosie McCooe engage in enlightening conversations with leaders from two impactful Bergen County organizations. First, Jeanne interviews Amy Ebling from Bergen Family Promise, a nonprofit providing housing and support to working families facing homelessness and addressing food insecurity. Amy discusses their mission, various support services, and upcoming events like the Hike for Hope fundraiser on May 4th. Later, Rosie hosts a segment with Cathy Skinner and Jen Heit, key figures from Bergen CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), who illuminate the vital role CASA plays in supporting children in the foster care system. They discuss the challenges, successes, and ongoing needs of these programs, emphasizing the importance of community involvement and volunteer support. Tune in to learn how you can make a difference in the Ridgewood community and beyond. 00:00 Introduction to Ridgewood Talks 01:07 Today's Guest: Amy Ebling from Bergen Family Promise 01:42 Understanding Family Promise's Mission 02:20 Challenges and Support for Families 04:18 Empowerment Programs at Family Promise 05:59 Success Stories and Community Involvement 08:40 Fundraising Events and Volunteer Opportunities 11:14 Future Plans and Ongoing Support 14:36 Conclusion and Next Segment Teaser 15:02 Introduction and Guest Welcome 15:27 Understanding CASA: Mission and Role 17:00 CASA's Funding Challenges 18:00 History and Personal Involvement 19:20 The Role of an Advocate 22:39 Success Stories and Impact 25:33 Current Needs and How to Help 33:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts This episode is produced by Ignite Creator Studios, Bergen County’s premier video podcasting & content strategy service! Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to stay informed about all things Ridgewood, New Jersey! Ridgewood Walks and Talks: www.ridgewoodwalks.com Ridgewood Talks Instagram: www.instagram.com/ridgewood_talks Ridgewood Talks Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/1291013971028083 Ignite Creator Studios: www.ignitecreatorstudios.com Hashtags: #RidgewoodNJ #RidgewoodTalks #BergenCountyNJ #RidgewoodNJPodcast #NorthJersey #BergenCountyNews #NJLocalNews #RidgewoodCommunity #BergenCountyEvents #NewJerseyPodcast #BergenCountyUpdates #BergenPromise #BergenCASA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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