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The Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) is the largest federal investment in rural health in a generation: $50 billion over five years, distributed to all 50 states. Washington State received $181 million in year-one funding, with $5.43 million designated for The Rural Collaborative. In this conversation, Michealle Gady sits down with The Rural Collaborative Executive Director, Elya Prystowsky, to cut through the noise about one of the most consequential rural health investments in years. They cover the stakes, the strategy and what comes next: How has The Rural Collaborative helped Washington hold on to its rural hospital footprint while hospitals elsewhere have closed at alarming rates? What are Washington state’s specific goals for these funds, and how were they chosen? What do rural providers need to do before the 2030 deadline to ensure lasting impact?Elya Prystowsky has led The Rural Collaborative — a nonprofit serving 31 rural, independent hospitals in Washington State — for seven years. She brings 11 years of applied epidemiology and biostatistics and 15 years in healthcare, with a track record of translating research into practice.Key TakeawaysShared ownership over maintaining access. The RHTP’s $50 billion does not offset the loss of $137 billion in Medicaid funding — but organizations like The Rural Collaborative are pursuing every available avenue to help people maintain coverage and get the care they need. In Elya’s own words, “If one rural hospital closes in Washington, then we all collectively fail.”Collaboration takes energy and effort. Washington’s rural hospitals are already making strides: leveraging shared services, strengthening networks, and focusing on sustainability. Their principle— “Independence Through Interdependence” — is both the method and the proof of concept.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Healthcare often focuses on clinical symptoms and medical treatments, while many patients lack essential support for non-medical factors which greatly affect health outcomes. Social care networks aim to connect healthcare providers with community-based organizations to address the social determinants of health, such as housing stability, food security, transportation, and access to medical care.From early 2022 to mid 2025, Community Care Lower Cape Fear (or CCLCF) saw firsthand what coordinated care can accomplish—and what happens when funding disappears overnight. On today’s episode, Atrómitos president, founder, and CEO Michealle Gady speaks with two leaders at CCLCF who are driving the efforts to build a robust and sustainable social care network with a new grant from the New Hanover Community Endowment.Michealle Gady has more than 20 years of experience helping health and human service providers, government agencies, advocates, and philanthropies create lasting community change.Sarah Ridout, MBA, SPHR is the Director of Community Programs for Community Care of the Lower Cape Fear (CCLCF) where she focuses on planning, implementation and program oversight of community programs within southeastern NC. Dr. Michelle Jones has practiced Family Medicine in the Wilmington, NC area for over 26 years. She is a Past President of the North Carolina Academy of Family Physicians and has served as Medical Director of Community Care of the Lower Cape Fear for the last 5 years.Key TakeawaysWhat happened? From pure cost savings, to a reduction in emergency department visits, to improved health outcomes, the HOP pilot had significant positive outcomes. Who benefited? Those outcomes weren’t limited to direct recipients. Every member served by the HOP pilot touched at least two lives, and most services supported whole households.What’s next? As CCLCF looks to the future to build a new social care network—one which aims to outlast any single funding source—what lessons can be learned from the HOP pilot?Want to learn more about CCLCF and the Social Care Network Initiative? Visit their website at carelcf.org. If you're interested in supporting this work, reach out to CCLCF directly at [email protected]ómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

In part one of this conversation, our panel of experts discussed legal, regulatory, and financial concerns during transitions in the nonprofit sector. Today, on part two, the discussion shifts towards organizational culture and communication.Michealle Gady, Founder, President & CEO of Atrómitos, LLC, has more than 20 years of experience helping health and human service providers, government agencies, advocates, and philanthropies create lasting community change.Jacob Ferrari is a partner at The Apex Law Group, PLLC, and works with nonprofits at every growth stage including formation, application for tax exemption, board governance, and corporate exit plans.Michaela Kay is a CPA who serves as the practice leader for BDO's Seattle office, focusing on single audits, program specific audits, and financial statements audits for those in the life sciences, social services and housing industries.Julie Morris currently serves as Interim Executive Director at Wellspring Family Services in Seattle. As a professional interim leader, she specializes in helping organizations navigate periods of change and transition.Key TakeawaysWithout for-profit shareholders, the traditional metrics for valuation don’t necessarily apply in the nonprofit sector. How should a nonprofit, and its assets, be valued during a merger or acquisition?When it comes to finding complementary organizations, what does the “dating process” look like for nonprofits, and what can be expected during and after the “honeymoon” phase? Where do organizations stumble once the ink is dry?What is the best way to navigate staff concerns during a transition? When should the conversation expand beyond board members to include staff—especially leadership—without kicking the rumor mill into high gear?Whether your organization is considering a merger, acquisition, or asset transfer, keep in mind that these decisions involve legal, financial, and operational complexity that most organizations don't navigate every day. Leaders striving for a smooth transition need to know when to bring in outside expertise, act from a position of strength rather than crisis, and recognize the human element of organizational change.If this episode resonated with you, please share it with your board, leadership team, or a colleague who might be wrestling with these questions.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

With many nonprofits facing existential threats due to revenue loss, federal funding freezes, and policy shifts, organizations are forced to operate on reserves while waiting for clarity that may never come. Now more than ever, it is crucial that nonprofits reframe their views on mergers and acquisitions—as well as the many alternatives.On today’s episode, Atrómitos president, founder, and CEO Michealle Gady is joined once more by Michaela Kay of BDO and Jacob Ferrari of Apex Law Group. Julie Morris, interim executive director of Wellspring Family Services, rounds out our panel of experts to discuss the complexities of nonprofit mergers and structural changes in the current challenging landscape.Want a refresher on Michealle, Jacob, and Michaela and their conversation detailing the report on the sustainability of human services contracting in Washington state? Listen (and read) here.Julie Morris is the Interim Executive Director at Wellspring Family Services in Seattle, WA. As a professional interim leader, she specializes in helping organizations navigate periods of change and transition. Julie has practical experience leading a nonprofit through a program and asset transfer and is deeply committed to solutions that prioritize community impact and long-term sustainability over organizational ego.Key TakeawaysWhat are our experts seeing right now in terms of organizational stability and financial health in the nonprofit sector, and when should a nonprofit leader start considering structural changes rather than weathering the storm?What's the difference between a merger, an acquisition, and an asset transfer in the nonprofit context? When do the alternatives—such as fiscal sponsorship, management services agreements, collaborative partnerships—make the most sense?What does financial due diligence look like for nonprofit transactions? How do restricted funds and grant obligations complicate these transactions?This episode is part one of a two part deep-dive, so be sure to tune in next month to hear the rest of this conversation. If you’re an executive director listening to this episode and thinking, “This might be us,” you won’t want to miss it.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

In 2024, the Department of Commerce contracted with Atrómitos to answer a critical question: are the contracting structures in Washington state sustainable for human service providers? The findings of that nine-month study are sobering, and today’s episode of the Atrómitos Way is a deep dive into not just the contents of the report, but the wider implications for communities and a potential path forward for human service providers of Washington state.Michealle Gady, Founder, President & CEO of Atrómitos, LLC, is a policy strategist with over 20 years of experience driving systemic change in health equity, social justice, and community empowerment.Michaela Kay is a CPA who serves as the practice leader for the BDO Seattle office, focusing on single audits, program specific audits, and financial statements audits for those in the life sciences, social services and housing industries. Her two years working for World Vision as a lead senior accountant provide her with the ability to understand and relate to her clients on a practical level.Jacob Ferrari is a partner at The Apex Law Group, PLLC. His primary practice works with nonprofits at every growth stage including formation, application for tax exemption, board governance, and corporate exit plans. He regularly speaks and serves on committees effecting the nonprofit community and works to better the nonprofit regulatory environment. Jacob’s goal is to care for his clients as much as his clients care for the community around them.Key TakeawaysFinancial crisis: Cost-based reimbursement, inadequate indirect cost rates, and delayed payments create a "starvation cycle" that prevents providers from investing in staff, infrastructure, or building financial reserves.Structural barriers: Complex applications, inconsistent requirements across agencies, limited negotiation opportunities, and extensive compliance burdens disproportionately impact smaller, community-based organizations.Human impact: These systemic issues result in high staff turnover, barriers for "by-and-for" organizations serving marginalized communities, and the risk that qualified providers cannot afford to contract with the state despite clear community need.The full report is available on the Washington State Department of Commerce website and at Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Today’s episode is the second in a two-part conversation with Atrómitos president, founder, and CEO Michealle Gady and legal intern Devon Cavaliere. Together with Communications Director Monette Goodrich, they delve into strategic responses nonprofit organizations can enact in the current political and funding landscape. They discuss the importance of financial independence, the urgency of diversifying funding sources, effective advocacy strategies, and the necessity of documentation and legal preparedness. The convergence of executive branch funding freezes, judicial limitations on protective relief, and congressional rescissions represents an unprecedented threat to the nonprofit sector. But it's also a call to action. Organizations that adapt to this new reality can not only survive but potentially emerge stronger. The organizations that don't adapt are putting their missions, their staff,and the communities they serve at serious risk.Key TakeawaysFinancial Independence: Nonprofits should limit federal funding to 30-50% of their budget, and a multi-year diversification plan is essential for sustainability. The organizations that survive this transition are the ones that started planning yesterday, not tomorrow.Political Engagement: Effective advocacy should focus on more than just issue education—nonprofits need to strengthen congressional relationships by establishing themselves as a valuable resource for policymakers. Start local, and build a clear, compelling narrative using personal success stories.Documentation and Legal Preparedness: Documentation of impact is essential for survival in a volatile environment, but organizations must think strategically about what resonates with different audiences. Numbers matter for budget justifications, but stories are key for political communications.-These changes to the nonprofit funding landscape aren't going away after the next election—they represent a fundamental shift in how all three branches of government approach federal funding decisions. The traditional playbook of relying on successful lawsuits to provide sector-wide protection no longer works. The question for every nonprofit leader is not whether these changes will affect their organization, but whether they're prepared when they do.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Between the federal funding freeze initiated by the Trump administration in January, the Supreme Court’s ruling in the CASA case in June, and the 119th Congress passing the Rescissions Act in July, 2025 has been a chaotic year for nonprofits—especially those who depend largely on federal funding. Today’s episode is the first in a two-part conversation with Atrómitos president, founder, and CEO Michealle Gady and legal intern Devon Cavaliere. Together with Communications Director Monette Goodrich, they talk through these legal challenges, and how they have fundamentally altered the landscape for nonprofit funding, requiring organizations to adapt their strategies for financial sustainability and advocacy in a politically charged environment.Key TakeawaysExecutive: The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) memo in January caused confusion and chaos among federal agencies, revealing significant vulnerabilities in nonprofit funding. Swift legal actions were taken against the funding freeze, and the memo was rescinded less than 48 hours later—yet even eight months later, some organizations are still waiting for funding decisions.Judicial: The Supreme Court's ruling in the Trump v. CASA case restricts the ability of courts to issue universal nationwide injunctions. This decision fundamentally alters the legal landscape by restricting the ability of lower federal courts to issue sweeping orders that protect non-parties. Legislative: In passing the Rescissions Act, the 119th Congress has shown a willingness to use every procedural tool available to advance ideological priorities. Even if nonprofits successfully challenge executive actions in court, they could still lose their funding through congressional action.Nonprofits now face threats from all three branches of government, and must fundamentally rethink their legal advocacy, political engagement, and financial sustainability strategies.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Major policy shifts at the federal and state levels will affect every nonprofit, including health and human service providers across the country. Today, Atrómitos Founder, President & CEO Michealle Gady is joined by Ivan Canada, President & CEO of the North Carolina Center for Nonprofits. Together, they discuss the importance of strategic planning, collaboration, and innovation in order to navigate the federal and state policy changes which have created the new nonprofit landscape.During their conversation, Ivan and Michealle explore the numerous new challenges surrounding sustainable funding, and address some of the misconceptions about nonprofit funding and advocacy. They emphasize the need for strategic planning, advocacy, and collaboration among nonprofit leaders to navigate these changes effectively. Their discussion also highlights the importance of board engagement and the role of philanthropy in supporting nonprofits during uncertain times.Michealle Gady is a policy strategist with over 20 years of experience driving systemic change in health equity, social justice, and community empowerment. As Founder, President & CEO of Atrómitos, LLC since 2016, she has built and scaled a national boutique consulting firm specializing in health and human services policy and strategic operations for mission-driven organizations.Ivan Canada is passionate about leadership, social change, and service to community, and has been involved with nonprofits and foundations as a staff member, volunteer, consultant, and board member. Before joining the Center as President & CEO, Ivan was executive director of North Carolina for Community and Justice (NCCJ), where he began as a board member before joining its staff.Key TakeawaysCurrent policy landscape. How do state policies interact with federal changes to create unique challenges for nonprofits? What are some of the common misconceptions about these policy changes?Impact assessment & strategic adaptation. How are policy changes forcing nonprofits to modify their programs or internal operations? What are the top 3 actions nonprofit leaders should take now to reduce adverse effects from these policy changes?Long- and short-term outlook. Advocacy and collaboration will continue to be essential for nonprofits to survive and thrive. What should nonprofit leaders do today to prepare for the next 6-12 months?Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

As food assistance programs see their federal funding slashed, food banks across the country struggle to meet rising demands. These cuts, in tandem with rising costs, have occurred as food insecurity reaches its highest point in almost a decade. Navigating this shifting landscape in order to serve their communities, nonprofits like the Sumner Community Food Bank in Washington state have had to develop creative strategies in order to build resilient funding models.Atrómitos Principal Kate McNulty joins Sumner Community Food Bank Communications Manager Katie Garling to discuss the importance of diversifying funding sources, and discuss the role of community engagement in supporting food distribution efforts.Katie Garling brings previous experience with a grantmaking application software to her current role at Sumner Community Food Bank, where she has been writing, fundraising, and writing grants since 2021, raising almost 1.5 million in grants to date. Those funds have helped the Sumner Community Food Bank fulfill its mission to provide families with nutritious food, and to partner with other food banks and charitable nonprofits to meet the overall needs of the community.Kate McNulty spent more than a decade helping nonprofit organizations learn the intricacies of the federal funding process to increase their chances of success in what continues to be a highly competitive market. She has a strong background in grant writing as well as an uncanny ability to identify growth opportunities. Key TakeawaysWhat has changed? With food insecurity at a decade high and a record number of Americans affected by federal funding cuts, nonprofits have had to think creatively in order to secure the funding necessary to meet the needs of their communities. Diversifying funding sources is crucial for sustainability.What has worked? Along with community engagement and building partnerships with other local organizations to enhance outreach, Katie stresses the importance of storytelling in fundraising efforts. Donors enjoy knowing who their donations have helped, and how — even if it’s just “keeping the lights on.”  What’s next? While it may sting, learning from rejection can only improve future fundraising efforts. Katie emphasizes the importance of delegation, research, and preparation in grant writing as well as staff and volunteer engagement.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Trump administration officials have been removing public health information from federal agency web pages causing concern among public health professionals who rely on this data for public health policy development and program planning and evaluation. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) websites, among others, have erased or significantly altered data sets about adolescent health, racial and ethnic health disparities, HIV/AIDS and LGBTQ+ health.While a court order has since restored some of the missing data, public health experts wonder about the broader implications of data erasure or alteration. What happens when the federal government not only omits public health data, but also no longer collects it for the foreseeable future?Atrómitos Principal Amanda Rodgers joins Katy Rodgers, a data analyst for population health and quality at a health system, in a conversation about what missing federal data means for public health, health and human service providers, community-based organizations and advocates.Katy Rodgers has used her diverse academic background in public health, medical anthropology, religious and women’s studies to lead public health and rural health workforce programs in Idaho and transform emergency room responses to human trafficking and intimate partner violence in California health systems.Amanda Rodgers is a public health professional with over a decade of experience in program evaluation, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement. She leads data collection, stakeholder facilitation, and research development for government contracting and capital funding readiness initiatives for the firm. Key TakeawaysZoom in: Katy and Amanda discuss their prior work together on the CDC’s Rape Prevention and Education Program grant as an example of how federal-level data sets helped create a comprehensive approach to sexual violence prevention. Without federal data, developing an evidence-based intervention like this would be difficult, if not impossible. Zoom out: When the federal government no longer collects public health data about specific populations, how can local and state level agencies fill in data gaps that affect not only program evaluation and grant funding opportunities, but also exacerbate health disparities and compromise public accountability?What can Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Since January of 2025 organizations like Integrated Refugee and Immigrant Services (IRIS) have faced numerous legal and financial challenges in the wake of recent federal policy changes. Atrómitos Communications Director, Monette Goodrich, and IRIS Executive Director, Maggie Mitchell Salem, discuss the origins of the organization, the support it provides refugees integrating into their new homes, and how ordinary people in communities across Connecticut can help secure the future of organizations like IRIS. Monette and Maggie shed light on the critical first 90 days after refugees arrive in the United States, the impact of a $4 million federal funding cut on IRIS staff and the people they serve, and the vital role individuals play in advocating for refugee and immigrant rights with local, state and federal elected officials.Maggie Mitchell Salem joined IRIS as Executive Director in January 2024. Throughout her 30-year career, Maggie has managed diverse teams focused on civic education, intercultural dialogue, social and political rights, and forced displacement. Given the fewer number of refugees allowed into the country due to the recent federal immigration ban, Maggie has focused on organizational structure, systems, and new initiatives that create a solid foundation for the organization’s continued growth.Monette Goodrich, the new Atrómitos Communications Director, has decades of strategic communications, media relations and management experience in the governmental, non-profit and philanthropic sectors.Key takeawaysThe Past: For more than four decades the federal resettlement program funded organizations like IRIS to provide newly arrived refugees with critical and comprehensive integration services from basic living necessities and employment assistance, to healthcare and mental wellness support, and so much more.The Present: Recent presidential executive orders including the immigrant ban, funding freezes and pauses, and stop work orders have drastically decreased the number of refugees allowed to immigrate into the U.S. and cut funding for resettlement agencies across the nation. After losing federal grant dollars, which make up a quarter of its annual budget, IRIS closed offices in New Haven and Hartford, restructured its services and cut its staff by more than half. The FutureAtrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Tens of millions of low-income and disabled Americans – including children and the elderly could lose health insurance coverage if Congress cuts Medicaid funding and changes work requirements. Atrómitos’ Founder, President, and CEO Michealle Gady and Health Policy Consultant, Kat Latet, discuss Medicaid’s far-reaching role in keeping both our country’s most vulnerable people and our overall economy vibrant and healthy. Michaelle and Kat debunk Medicaid myths and urge everyone––even those who don’t qualify for coverage to raise their collective advocacy voices to protect this critical health insurance program.Kat F-M Latet has nearly 20 years of experience in health and social policy design, implementation and evaluation in both the private and public sectors. Throughout her career – which includes positions at Milliman, the Community Health Plan of Washington, the Washington State Health Care Authority, and the Oregon Primary Care Association – Kat has focused on reforming Medicaid, advancing health equity, and developing initiatives that address the intersection of health and social services.Michealle Gady, who has almost two decades of experience in health law, policy, and system reform, is the Founder, President, and CEO of Atrómitos, a boutique safety net health and human service consulting firm. Positions with the U.S. House of Representatives Ways and Means Committee, where she shaped the Affordable Care Act of 2010, Families USA, and the Medicare Rights Center honed her expertise in health policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and value-based healthcare delivery models.Key TakeawaysThe High Stakes: Tens of millions of Americans, including elderly, low-income and disabled people and children, could lose health insurance coverage if Congress cuts Medicaid funding and changes work requirements.Medicaid’s Critical Role: As the largest health insurer in the country, Medicaid covers over 80 million people with essential services like primary care, maternal and behavioral health, and long-term care, while stabilizing the U.S. economy.  Myths About Work Requirements: Despite political rhetoric, data shows that a vast majority of Medicaid recipients already work, andAtrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

In this reflective episode of The Atrómitos Way Podcast, producer Liz Church explores the challenges of 2024 and the power of collective action.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Since 1981, Lambert House has been a vital lifeline for young people facing mental health challenges, loneliness, and societal pressures. Brandon Knox, Program Director of Lambert House, explores the center’s pioneering role in supporting LGBTQ youth in Seattle, Washington. He discusses the importance of community support networks, innovative programs addressing barriers like geographical isolation, and the need for sustainable funding to ensure these essential services continue.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Michelle Voegtle, a licensed professional counselor, explores the integration of technology in behavioral health and the importance of personalized recovery approaches. She discusses challenges in traditional treatment methods and how innovative practices, including integrative wellness strategies, can empower both clinicians and patients. The conversation highlights the balance between human connection and technology in enhancing therapeutic relationships.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Miss Jai Smith discusses Project 2025's implications for bodily autonomy, particularly its impact on the LGBTQ+ community and reproductive health. She explores the erosion of gender-affirming care, the challenges faced by healthcare providers, and the importance of community support and advocacy. The conversation highlights the need for resilience and actionable steps to protect bodily autonomy amid legislative changes. ResourcesDefeat Project 2025Accountable.USFenway HealthACLUGLAADNational LGTBQIA+ Health Education CenterHIPPA Violations by State AttorneysSocial Determinants of Health Series: Episode 1Liz's Worried. Tired. Frustrated. ArticleAtrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Dasaya Cates discusses the complexities of parenting a child with Down syndrome, emphasizing early diagnosis, informed healthcare, and the challenges of inclusive childcare. She explores the stigma surrounding Down syndrome, the importance of person-first language, and the necessity of self-care for parents. The conversation highlights the evolving understanding of Down syndrome and the crucial role of community support and empowerment for families.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

For the last episode of our Worried, Tired, Frustrated series, host Liz Church closes this segment with a piece written by Alaina Kennedy. She shares her personal experience with a family member navigating the broken system. She explains how the U.S. mental health system fails due to underfunding, fragmented care, and insufficient providers, leaving families struggling.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

In this powerful third episode of the Worried, Tired, Frustrated series, host Liz Church takes a deep dive into her article about Project 2025, a 922-page ultra-conservative playbook aimed at reshaping America’s future. The episode uncovers the dangerous implications this agenda has for civil liberties, women’s reproductive rights, LGBTQ+ communities, and the nation’s healthcare system.Atrómitos ResourcesLiz's WTF Article: Project 2025: We’re Not Going BackSourcesDefeat Project 2025Who's Behind Project 2025National Security RisksClimate Change RisksPrivatizing Government AgenciesDepartment of Education RisksAffordable HousingMedicaid & Medicare RisksVeterans BenefitsTax HikesSchedule FJohn Oliver's Segment on Schedule FAtrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

In the second of our four-part series by Atrómitos, Worried Tired Frustrated, Liz Church reads Kate McNulty’s reflection on both historical and modern-day struggles; this article delves into the erosion of personal freedoms, the dangers of authoritarianism, and how societal challenges may lead In us In down dangerous paths if we’re not careful.Atrómitos ResourcesKate's WTF Article: It's Not Hysteria, It's HistorySourcesOur Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng: https://www.celesteng.com/our-missing-heartsFascism Definition: https://www.britannica.com/topic/fascismGerman Resistance: https://encyclopedia.ushmm.org/content/en/article/resistance-inside-germanyWWII Neighbor Informants: https://www.theholocaustexplained.org/resistance-responses-collaboration/german-collaboration-and-complicity/informants/Hidden Rebellions: https://www.yadvashem.org/righteous/stories/schindler.htmlIgnoring the Crisis: https://time.com/5449578/kristallnacht-lessons-bystanders/Allured by Nazi Propaganda: https://news.illinois.edu/view/6367/198435German Rights Lost: https://www.ushmm.org/m/pdfs/USHMM-Timeline-Activity-Laws-Decrees.pdfhttps://encyclopedia.ushmm.org/content/en/article/law-and-justice-in-the-third-reichhttps://2001-2009.state.gov/p/eur/rls/or/93062.htmhttps://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/holocaust/timeprint.htmlUnited States Economy Post Pandemic: https://www.usnews.com/news/economy/articles/2023-11-10/the-labor-market-has-recovered-from-covid-but-it-is-hardly-the-sameAmerican Dollar: https://www.vox.com/money/2023/11/8/23951098/economy-inflation-prices-job-market-sticker-shockNasty Political Retoric: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0221870American Polarization: https://carnegieendowment.org/research/2023/09/polarization-democracy-and-political-violence-in-the-united-states-what-the-research-says?lang=enSCOTUS Presidential Immunity: https://www.aclu.org/news/civil-liberties/supreme-court-grants-trump-fAtrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

The first a four-part series by Atrómitos, Worried Tired Frustrated, Liz Church reads a powerful piece by Amanda Rodgers about the harsh impact of Idaho's extreme abortion ban. From healthcare disruptions to economic consequences, the episode highlights how Idaho's experience serves as a warning for the rest of the nation.Atrómitos ResourcesAmanda's WTF article: The Impact of Idaho’s Abortion Ban: A Canary in the Coal Mine for the NationMichealle Gady, Our Ideas: SCOTUS: Denying the Essential Humanity and Equality of WomenSourcesMajority of Americans don’t want Roe overturned: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/majority-of-americans-dont-want-roe-overturnedThe Forward Fight for Reproductive Freedom: https://reproductiverights.org/forward-fight-reproductive-freedom-dobbs-2024/Abortion on the Ballot: https://reproductiverights.org/abortion-on-ballot-2024/Florida officials pressure schools to roll back sex ed lessons on contraception and consent: https://apnews.com/article/florida-sex-education-curriculum-5b1a46f5a73e3122f4815cf1d439aef0Maternal Deaths Are Expected to Rise Under Abortion Bans, but the Increase May Be Hard to Measure: https://www.propublica.org/article/tracking-maternal-deaths-under-abortion-bansApproval of U.S. Supreme Court Stalled Near Historical Low: https://news.gallup.com/poll/647834/approval-supreme-court-stalled-near-historical-low.aspxVoting ResourcesRegister to vote: www.vote.govEarly voting for your state: https://vote.gov/guide-to-voting#earlyvotingVoter ID requirements for your state: https://vote.gov/guide-to-voting#voter-idAtrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Getting to know another team member of Atrómitos, Amanda Rodgers, MPH, shares her journey into public health and how her experiences in Idaho's challenging political and healthcare landscape have shaped her understanding of the field. Despite working in a system that often hampers progress, Amanda chose to stay in Idaho, driven by a passion to make a difference in her home state. Amanda discusses the pressing public health issues in Idaho, including the lack of resources in rural areas, the impact of conservative policies, and the erosion of trust in government.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Local health departments face resource shortages, restrictive funding, and outdated health records, fostering a scarcity mindset among leaders—challenges worsened post-pandemic. With ARP funding, Tiffany Erichsen has focused on workforce development, leadership training, and fostering collaboration among rural health educators. Her work emphasizes strategic planning, community building, and regional support to strengthen local public health systems.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Public health expert Raina Sharma, MPH shares her journey from the Army Public Health Command to managing data platforms during the COVID-19 pandemic for the Maryland Department of Health. She explores the critical role of data in public health, the challenges of maintaining data integrity, and ethical approaches to flawed data. With extensive experience in health IT, analytics, and epidemiology, Raina offers valuable insights into ensuring accurate and reliable public health data.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Land use lawyer Andy Lane, with 28 years of experience in smart growth management and affordable housing, discusses the critical role of affordable and supportive housing in addressing chronic homelessness. He provides insights into the regulatory, financial, and social hurdles that must be overcome to expand these solutions.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Erin Jamison Day, Executive Director of Community Impact North Carolina (CINC), discusses the severe impacts of substance misuse, including physiological issues, mental health disorders, and social and economic challenges. Erin shares CINC's innovative approaches to prevention, emphasizing the importance of building strong community relationships to foster trust and collaboration. Learn how effective prevention strategies can lead to healthier lifestyles, improved mental health, and stronger, resilient communities. Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Angie Grover, COO of Metopio, talks about the transformative impact of data sharing in healthcare. Learn how Metopio democratizes data access to bridge community gaps and improve health outcomes and how cloud-based tools make data accessible and actionable. Listen to real-world examples of how data-driven interventions have addressed health issues.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Peter Freeman, MPH, a seasoned public health administrator and LGBTQAI+ rights advocate, explores the impact of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and systemic barriers on underserved populations. As a gay male, Peter shares personal and professional insights on navigating a world that often marginalizes those who are different. This episode is a call to action for compassion, humanity, and building a more inclusive and equitable society.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

June is Pride Month, a time for the LGBTQ+ community in the United States to celebrate their identities, embrace visibility, and advocate for progress. Miss Jai Smith, MPH, a health equity advocate, discusses gender diversity, historical healthcare barriers for trans and non-binary individuals, and the impact of social stigma and discrimination. Since 2011, Miss Jai has worked to enhance services for gender-expansive communities and founded Ask Miss Jai in 2022 to train and support healthcare professionals.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

In this Memorial Day episode, Vietnam veteran Tony Vivaldi, founder of Save a Vet Now, discusses the urgent issue of veteran suicide. He explores the challenges in veteran mental health, the stigma of seeking help, and the gaps in current suicide prevention efforts. Tony shares his journey from recognizing the crisis through his art to creating a nonprofit dedicated to prevention, emphasizing the need for education, community support, and targeted programs to better reach veterans.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Sharon Stultz, a dedicated educator and mental health professional with over 30 years of experience, shares her journey from special education to becoming a mental health therapist. She discusses current trends, the science behind mental health, and effective therapeutic interventions. Sharon also explores how stress contributes to mental health challenges and how the nervous system shapes interactions between adults and children.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Billy West, CEO of Daymark Recovery Services, comes aboard to tackle the youth mental health crisis. Leading a not-for-profit behavioral health provider serving over 50,000 individuals across 38 locations in North Carolina, Billy breaks down post-COVID challenges, social media’s impact, and flaws in the social welfare system. He highlights Daymark’s telehealth expansion, school-based programs, crisis care approach, and the urgent policy changes needed to improve mental healthcare access.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month and the growing youth mental health crisis, this insightful discussion features Michealle Gady and Kate McNulty—two remarkable mothers navigating the challenges exacerbated by the pandemic. They share their personal experiences in accessing mental health support for their children and highlight the urgent need for systemic change.Let's break the stigma because no one should suffer in silence.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Coastal Horizons leaders Ryan Estes and Kristina Clemmons discuss the child and adolescent mental health crisis. They explain the prevalent mental health challenges confronting today's youth, including rising anxiety and the crucial role of emergency services in obtaining care.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Stephanie Norton-Bredl of Issaquah Food & Clothing Bank and Kate McNulty of Atrómitos discuss the critical role of food banks in supporting vulnerable populations. They explore the connection between food insecurity and poor health outcomes, the importance of nutrition security, and ongoing efforts to raise awareness and advocate for policy changes.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Alaina Kennedy, a seasoned health equity professional, explores the intersection of policy, community engagement, and healthcare reform. Drawing from her Chicago roots and experience in healthcare legislation, she highlights the power of grassroots advocacy, personal and community-driven change, and resilient leadership in advancing health equity.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Olivia Aréchiga from Data Tel Communications and the return Tina Simpson of Atrómitos highlight the severe impact of a cyber-attack on Change Healthcare in February of 2024, underscoring the vulnerabilities of the healthcare infrastructure. Olivia emphasizes the human element in cybersecurity, advocating for stronger individual responsibility, regular training, and a multifaceted cybersecurity strategy to protect patient data and healthcare services from evolving cyber threats and the potential dangers of AI innovations. The Change Healthcare cyberattack was a wake-up call for the healthcare industry, but what practical steps can we take to avoid a repeat? Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Craig Snow, a prominent community member and supporter of Good Shepherd's permanent supportive housing efforts in Wilmington, North Carolina, shares his journey from Arkansas to Wilmington, highlighting his career shifts and involvement in local nonprofits. The conversation explores NIMBYism, Craig’s positive experience living near Good Shepherd’s permanent supportive housing, and how education and awareness can reduce resistance. He highlights the need for compassion, community support, and open-minded solutions to address homelessness effectively.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

The healthcare industry faces a growing crisis: workforce shortages. Since COVID-19, burnout and stress among healthcare professionals have reached unprecedented levels, straining the system. Andy Almeter, President of Leath HR Group, brings deep expertise in healthcare administration and workforce solutions, offering critical insights into staffing challenges and their impact on patient care.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

In the last episode, we explored how housing deficits impact health, the realities of Permanent Supportive Housing, and the importance of treating those experiencing homelessness with dignity. Now, Katrina Knight and Liz Carbone share insights on Good Shepherd Center’s decades-long efforts to combat homelessness through intensive case management, advocacy, and collaborative solutions. Since 1983, Good Shepherd has been a driving force in the Southeast, exemplifying resilience, compassion, and innovation in the fight for housing affordability and stability.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Chronic homelessness remains a persistent crisis across the United States, with a growing number of individuals forced to live in cars, parks, and on sidewalks. Katrina Knight and Liz Carbone of Good Shepherd Center lead efforts to combat this issue through a comprehensive approach to housing and support services. As one of the region’s largest providers of homeless services, Good Shepherd Center offers low-barrier shelters, permanent supportive housing, and critical resources to help individuals transition out of homelessness.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

In the United States, home accidents and injuries pose significant risks to homeowners, underscoring the importance of addressing social and environmental factors for overall well-being and safety. Former Executive Director JC Lyle explores the Wilmington Area Rebuilding Ministry of North Carolina's (WARM NC) critical work addressing homeowners' challenges, particularly for the elderly, disabled, and veterans. WARM NC believes everyone deserves to live in their residence with dignity and independence, regardless of their circumstances.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

This episode explores maternal health disparities in North Carolina, focusing on limited perinatal care, provider mistrust, and systemic barriers. Nicole Havelka, a Certified Professional Midwife, discusses the critical role of CPMs in improving outcomes and her advocacy project, A Midwife Solution. Expanding access to midwifery is key to addressing healthcare inequities, despite historic regulatory challenges.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Marketing is essential for organizations to engage their communities, build trust, and communicate their mission effectively. Michealle Gady interviews producer Liz Church, Atrómitos’ Content Manager and brand guardian, who shapes the firm's marketing strategy and storytelling. Now, it’s time to hear her story.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

We are closing out Season 1 of the Atrómitos Way by ending this year with Michealle Gady, the Founder, President, and CEO of Atrómitos. Michealle discusses the heroes who have influenced her personally and professionally and her hope for the future. She recounts pivotal moments from early in her career and lessons she has learned as a business owner about the importance of knowing your priorities and sticking to them.  As we close out 2023 and look towards the new year, this episode encourages fearlessness, resilience, and proactive contributions to positive change. Michealle closes our first season with a last powerful message: if you see something that can be better and you think you can make it better, just try.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Occasional loneliness is a common human emotion, but the more significant issue lies in chronic loneliness. Individuals grappling with chronic loneliness feel a pervasive sense of not belonging, regardless of how many friends and family physically surround them. Shedding light on chronic loneliness and its multifaceted dimensions with Cindy Jordan, CEO of Pyx Health, Cindy highlights the many health issues linked to chronic loneliness, emphasizing the need for comprehensive care that takes a whole-person approach. Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Literacy significantly influences individual, familial, and community well-being, particularly in health. Limited healthcare language proficiency hinders understanding, exacerbating health disparities. Yasmin Tomkinson, Executive Director of Cape Fear Literary Council, discusses strategies for empowering diverse populations in health literacy. The council's educational services for underserved adults are vital in addressing these challenges. Explore the tangible impact of literacy on health, self-agency, and navigating healthcare systems, gaining insights into the transformative power of education for a healthier, more empowered community.For this resource: https://atromitosconsulting.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Adult-Literacy-Resources.pdfAtrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Explore the hidden world of sex trafficking in the United States, focusing on North Carolina with Dawn Ferrer, MA, former Executive Director of A Safe Place. A Safe Place, established in 2012, is a trailblazing organization in the Cape Fear region dedicated to supporting survivors and tackling the complexities of trafficking, including trauma, substance use, and societal stigma. Dawn highlights the transformative power of empathy and the importance of dispelling media-driven stereotypes. Join us in understanding and combating sex trafficking and fostering a safer community through awareness and empathy.Website: www.asafeplacetogo.comPhone: 855-723-7529Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

In part two of Midwives, Doulas, Maternal Healthcare—Oh My!, Michealle Gady continues her conversation with Molly Firth and Suzanne Wertman on the urgent need for change in maternal care. They explore the impact of systemic racism, provider burnout, and gaps in mental healthcare, emphasizing why a shift in care delivery is essential. Through personal stories and professional insights, they highlight key solutions to improve maternal health outcomes.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/

Maternal healthcare in the U.S. is in crisis, with the highest maternal mortality rate among developed nations—yet over 80% of pregnancy-related deaths are preventable. In this two-part episode, healthcare experts Molly Firth and Suzanne Wertman explore solutions, from midwifery and insurance-covered doulas to postpartum care and policy reform. Michealle Gady, Founder, President, and CEO of Atrómitos, joins the conversation to break down the systemic changes needed to improve maternal health.Atrómitos Knowledge Hub Promo--This podcast is a production of Atrómitos, a woman-owned boutique consulting firm creating a better way for our health and human services provider clients to achieve their goals by strengthening internal operations, enhancing financial stability and evaluating public policies.Want to know more about the firm behind the podcast?Atrómitos, LLC Website: https://atromitosconsulting.comFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/atromitos-llc/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atromitosllcGet Emails: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/#subscriberIn addition to our podcast, we've developed additional resources to improve your understanding of both long-standing and emerging issues important to leaders in the health and human service provider, government and philanthropic sectors.Our articles, policy briefs and infographics provide you with information you can use to reach your organization’s goals. Atrómitos Way Podcast Website: www.atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-wayFollow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-atrómitos-wayArticles: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/progress/White Papers: https://atromitosconsulting.com/atromitos-way/unlocking/