Collaborative Solutions Podcast
In the Collaborative Solutions podcast, listeners are introduced to a diverse panel of local experts from Kansas as they work to solve the challenging social issues that confront people experiencing homelessness. Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, James Chiselom, Barry Feaker, Misty Bosch-Hastings, and Brett Hartford highlight the importance of collaboration and compassion in finding solutions.
Episodes
In this episode of Collaborative Solutions, hosts Barry Feaker, Misty Bosch-Hastings, James Chiselom, and Brett Hartford explore Lawrence/Douglas County’s approach to prioritizing services for Douglas County residents, the challenges of homelessness policies, and the reality of individuals being dropped off from other areas. The discussion also considers whether a regional approach could be a viable strategy, examining how collabor...
Barry Feaker and Misty Bosch-Hastings welcome Homeless Response Team members Dustin Moore from Artists Helping the Homeless and Steven Carter with the City of Lawrence to discuss the ongoing efforts to support unsheltered individuals, particularly during extreme winter weather. They dive into the impact of warming centers, emergency shelter expansion, and the unprecedented 66% reduction in unsheltered homelessness in Lawrence over ...
Episode 31: Aging Into Homelessness - Addressing the Silent Crisis in Lawrence with Megan Poindexter
In this powerful episode of Collaborative Solutions, hosts Barry Feaker, Misty Bosch-Hastings, and Brett Hartford sit down with Megan Poindexter, Executive Director of the Senior Resource Center of Douglas County, to explore the vital work being done to support older adults in our community. As Lawrence and Douglas County prepare for a future where seniors will make up a significant portion of the homeless population, Megan sheds l...
On this episode of Collaborative Solutions, co-hosts Misty Bosch-Hastings and Barry Feaker sit down with Kelby Sanders, a peer, clinician, and outreach advocate with Mirror, Inc. Kelby shares his journey from lived experience to professional support, discussing the importance of meeting people where they are and removing barriers to recovery. He highlights the unprecedented approach of conducting Substance Use Disorder (SUD) assess...
In this episode, the spotlight falls brightly on Kristen Shook, a dedicated leader who serves as the Work for Success Program Manager at Mirror Inc. Kristen’s passion for uplifting individuals overcoming homelessness, reentry challenges, and personal hardships radiates through her work. With a caring, empathetic approach, she goes beyond simple job placement—she helps people rediscover their worth, establish personal goals, and def...
In this powerful episode of Collaborative Solutions, Nick Casarona, Regional Area Director of Mirror, Inc., speaks about breaking down barriers for the unsheltered population facing substance use disorder. Drawing from his own journey of addiction and recovery, Nick shares how his lived experience fuels his commitment to outreach. He highlights the importance of meeting people where they are and leveraging peers to foster trust, pr...
In this inspiring episode of "Collaborative Solutions," John Krehbiel shares his journey from being an outsider to becoming a key advocate for homelessness solutions in Lawrence, Kansas. Moved by his son's mental health challenges, John took a leap of faith, ultimately finding a calling in addressing homelessness. His involvement with Justice Matters, Jubilee Cafe, and the Lawrence Community Shelter highlights his dedication to mea...
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