First hour: Flint, Rochester, and the lead problem
Second hour: A new partnership helps local families in crisis
In light of the Flint lead crisis, many communities are examining their own lead problems. Rochester has been dealing with lead for decades. What progress have we made, and what's next? Our panel looks at Flint, Rochester, and the effects of lead. Our guests:
- Elizabeth McDade, program director, Coalition to Prevent Lead Poisoning in Rochester
- Gary Kirkmire, director of inspection and compliance services, neighborhood and business development, City of Rochester
- Stanley Schaffer, M.D., associate professor, URMC Department of Pediatrics and Center for Community Health, and director, WNY Lead Poisoning Resource Center - Rochester Office
- Chris Widmaier, teacher, World of Inquiry School
In our second hour: How can we help local women and children in crisis find stability in their lives? It's a vital but often difficult step, and a new partnership is aiming squarely at improving outcomes. We'll explore how Sojourner House and Wilson Commencement Park are looking to help families with housing, life skills, and more. Our guests:
- Stuart Mitchell, president and CEO, PathStone Corporation
- Tree Clemonds, director of resident services, Sojourner House at PathStone
- Krystle Ellis, director of operations, Wilson Commencement Park at PathStone
- Shamantha Cooper, Wilson Commencement Park graduate, and current resident at Monica Place
