Everybody Can

(Airdate: April 30, 2024) A Place to Call Home. Director of Development of Bayside Housing Karen Clemens and Communications Director and executive director Gary Keister of Bayside Housing join Missy Nielsen of Everybody Can to discuss their mission, to provide transitional housing to our community members in need of housing. Through a unique partnership with The Alcohol Plant, Bayside Housing assists those who may need housing and resources. Listen in and learn about the $5 million grant request that became an $8.7 million award from the State Housing Trust Fund.

(Airdate: April 11, 2024) This episode of Everybody Can is part 2 of a 2-episode discussion on the Connectivity Fair, a community-wide event purposed to cultivate and connect community members, gain perspectives, and yes connect with nearly 90 local organizations. This all-day fair with discussion groups offers insights and opportunities to sharing information about those topics that impact much of our community, from housing to emergency preparation.

(Airdate: March 28, 2024) Connectivity Fair 2024 How it Began – Missy converses with the planning team for this powerful day-long event. Ben Bauermeister, Judith Alexander, and Rose Madrone discuss the inspiration for the Connectivity Fair, its purpose and the potential impact for community members to deepen connections, resources and resiliency as a community. 

(Airdate: March 19, 2024) Missy converses with Susan Hilgren, ED for TAFY (The Answer for Youth) and Wayne Rodel, the horticulturalist behind their Sprouting Hope Greenhouse. Join us to discover the multiple resources and outreach this greenhouse supports in Clallam County.

(Airdate: March 5, 2024) On this program, Missy Nielsen of Everybody Can discusses with Detective Sergeant Brett Angline of the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office on the numerous volunteer opportunities for community members of Jefferson County. From Project Lifesaver to Vacation Home Checks, learn about the unique opportunities to connect in with your larger community in service and how volunteers significantly impact our first responders.

(Airdate: February 6, 2024) Got a knack for Business? Help Jefferson County thrive! The Team Jefferson Economic Development Council takes a different approach toward economic development serving our community here on the Salish Sea. Good growth happens with good planning and community involvement. Join Missy Nielsen of Everybody Can as she discusses with Executive Director Cindy Brooks and board member Ben Bauermeister and their efforts to encourage and attract the kinds of businesses and services that we need to thrive as a county.

(Airdate: January 18. 2024) Missy Nielsen speaks with Pat Teal, president of the nonprofit DASH (Disability Awareness Starts Here) about the invaluable services this organization provides to our community, from resourcing individuals with accessibility map guides to advising on improving accessibility at local businesses at no cost to the community. Listen in to learn about updates and ongoing projects.

(Airdate: December 26, 2023) OWL360 is an organization that invests in the young adults of Jefferson County, through a range of services and activities. OWL360’s mission is to support young adults as they seek their path to a sense of place and purpose. From leadership development to housing and health care resources, OWL360 is a place that endeavors to support sustainable independence. Missy Nielsen of Everybody Can speaks with Executive Director Kelli Parcher and Emily Abell, Pfeiffer house resident manager, about the support, resources and opportunities for growth as they move into the world. This is part 2 of a 2-part show.

(Airdate: December 12, 2023) OWL360 is an organization that invests in the young adults of Jefferson County, through a range of services and activities. OWL360’s mission is to support young adults as they seek their path to a sense of place and purpose. From leadership development to housing and health care resources, OWL360 is a place that endeavors to support sustainable independence. Missy Nielsen of Everybody Can speaks with Executive Director Kelli Parcher and Emily Abell, Pfeiffer house resident manager, about the support, resources and opportunities for growth as they move into the world. This is part 2 of a 2-part show.

(Airdate: November 28, 2023) Toys for Tots, Christmas for Children and The Magic of Christmas. These elves among us coordinate their magic and efforts to bring joy to our community, families, and children in the Jefferson County. Learn about their well-organized effort to check off that list to ensure that there is a bit of joy and magic for our most important resource – our kids. Join Missy Nielsen of Everybody Can as she speaks with these special elves about their work and the contributions that are needed from us. Don Olsen, Kiwanis member and lead elf for Toys for Tots, along with Christy Spencer, lead ribbon and wrapping elf of Christmas for Children and master elf of all things magic Ted Krasinski, from Smiles Under the Tree set the stage for a delightful magical conversation.