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Brandon’s Story
Brandon is a first time father who found support through the Fatherhood Program. “I am a first time father and my daughter will be a year old next month. For a few months, I was in the process of trying to figure out my next steps with possibly co-parenting. Through support…
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A Day in the Life of an Outreach Worker – Part 2
There is more to this story. Read, “A Day in the Life of an Outreach Worker – Part 1” to read the first part of this story. The next morning,…
A Day in the Life of an Outreach Worker – Part 1
Outreach is a great experience for me because it gives me a chance to get to know my city better. I can see the flavor and artistry of Clinton Avenue…
‘Bear With Me’ Cast Spotlight: Tanishia Johnson
Tanishia Johnson is the ROC the Future Family & Community Empowerment Manager. In her role she will build relationships between ROC the Future and key stakeholders and partners, including leaders…
‘Bear With Me’ Cast Spotlight: Karen Elam
Karen Elam is the proud mother of fifteen-year-old triplets – two boys and a girl. She has been blessed to share the adventures of parenting with her husband, Howard Solomon.…
‘Bear With Me’ Cast Spotlight: Kiara Warren
Kiara Warren is the Assistant to the Director of Special Projects and Education Initiatives at the City of Rochester Mayor’s Office. She is also a momma who has birthed two…
‘Bear With Me’ Cast Spotlight: Eleanor Coleman
Eleanor Coleman has been married to her wonderful husband, Dennis for 40 years. Their three children, Jeremy, Rachel, and Jessica are soulful and radiant. She and Dennis’ grandson, Emery, is…
‘Bear With Me’ Cast Spotlight: Jacqueline Lindsey
Jacqueline Lindsey is a Social Work Supervisor with the Baby Love Program, where she works with pregnant women to help them overcome barriers and stressors to achieve a healthy pregnancy…
‘Bear With Me’ Cast Spotlight: Lauren Deutsch, Esq.
Lauren Deutsch, Esq. is the Executive Director of the Worker Justice Center of New York, a non-profit law firm devoted to dignity in labor for every human, regardless of income, gender,…
The Collaborative Effort of Public Health
As a senior Biology major at the University of Rochester, my background in public health might not be as extensive as previous interns. My past experiences comprise of community service…