Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) Podcasts http://www.dss.virginia.gov/ The Virginia Department of Social Services podcasts take a closer look at the personal stories behind the agency's programs. A unique mix of one-on-one interviews will feature topics including poverty, domestic violence, adoption, foster care, assisted living and insight into self-sufficiency for individuals and families throughout the Commonwealth. For more information, visit the department's Web site at http://www.dss.virginia.gov/. en-us 2007-2008 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 09:16:00 EDT public.affairs@dss.virginia.gov public.affairs@dss.virginia.gov Personal stories behind the agency's programs. The Virginia Department of Social Services podcasts take a closer look at the personal stories behind the agency's programs. A unique mix of one-on-one interviews will feature topics including poverty, domestic violence, adoption, foster care, assisted living and insight into self-sufficiency for individuals and families throughout the Commonwealth. For more information, visit the department's Web site at http://www.dss.virginia.gov/. Virginia Department of Social Services public.affairs@dss.virginia.gov No Governor's Commission on Immigration to hold public hearings throughout Virginia http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2008/05/immigration.mp3 The Governor's Commission on Immigration will continue its tour around the Commonwealth, with public hearings slated for Norfolk in July, Harrisonburg in August and Richmond in September. In this interview, Commission Chair Sen. John Watkins encourages to public to let their voices be heard on this important issue. Mon, 07 Jul 2008 16:40:00 EDT Carla Harris No Governor's Commission on Immigration to hold public hearings throughout Virginia The Governor's Commission on Immigration will continue its tour around the Commonwealth, with public hearings slated for Norfolk in July, Harrisonburg in August and Richmond in September. In this interview, Commission Chair Sen. John Watkins encourages to public to let their voices be heard on this important issue. 07:06 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, social services, Virginia department of social services, immigration, public hearing, audio, press, news, Norfolk, Richmond, Harrisonburg, immigrant, immigrants, broadcast, press release, news release Se invita a la comunidad a hablar sobre temas de inmigración http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2008/05/spa_immigration_forum_norfolk.mp3 Se invita a los residentes a brindar testimonios sobre los temas de inmigración y su impacto en el estado de Virginia. La Comisión de Inmigración del Gobernador llevará a cabo una audiencia pública el miércoles 16 de Julio de las 5:30pm a las 8:30pm en el Sentara Norfolk General Hospital localizado en el 600 Gresham Drive - edificio Raleigh, segundo piso. [Music provided through a Creative Commons license with CC Mixter] Mon, 07 Jul 2008 16:12:00 EDT Carla Harris No Se invita a la comunidad a hablar sobre temas de inmigración Se invita a los residentes a brindar testimonios sobre los temas de inmigración y su impacto en el estado de Virginia. La Comisión de Inmigración del Gobernador llevará a cabo una audiencia pública el miércoles 16 de Julio de las 5:30pm a las 8:30pm en el Sentara Norfolk General Hospital localizado en el 600 Gresham Drive - edificio Raleigh, segundo piso. [Music provided through a Creative Commons license with CC Mixter] 00:30 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, social services, Virginia department of social services, immigration, public hearing, Norfolk, audio, press, immigrants, news, broadcast, press release, news release, inmigración Lack of transportation in rural areas can make it hard to get and keep a job http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2008/06/transportation_rural.mp3 Having a car and a job are two things many people take for granted. But when you're poor, both can be a luxury. For the working poor in rural areas where there generally is no public transportation, getting to work can sometimes be a challenge, especially if you're a low-wage worker and can't afford a car. [Music provided courtesy of CCmixter through a Creative Commons License.] Wed, 25 Jun 2008 10:17:00 EDT Carla Harris No Lack of transportation in rural areas can make it hard to get and keep a job Having a car and a job are two things many people take for granted. But when you're poor, both can be a luxury. For the working poor in rural areas where there generally is no public transportation, getting to work can sometimes be a challenge, especially if you're a low-wage worker and can't afford a car. [Music provided courtesy of CCmixter through a Creative Commons License.] 04:29 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, social services, buses, bus, public transit, public transportation, working class, middle class, working poor, poor, poverty, rural, rural transportation, Vehicle for Change, Russell County, audio, press, news, broadcast, press release, news release, Carla Harris, Virginia Department of Social Services Public transportation is critical for the working poor http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2008/06/transportation_public.mp3 Visit a downtown Richmond bus stop on a weekday and you'll find lots of activity. Many riders are heading to or from their jobs. Many could termed working poor - and they work hard at car washes, day care centers and hospitals, but they don't make enough money to afford a luxury like a car. For them, public transportation isn't a matter of convenience - it's a necessity for survival. [Music provided courtesy of CCmixter through a Creative Commons License.] Wed, 25 Jun 2008 10:07:00 EDT Carla Harris No Public transportation is critical for the working poor Visit a downtown Richmond bus stop on a weekday and you'll find lots of activity. Many riders are heading to or from their jobs. Many could termed working poor - and they work hard at car washes, day care centers and hospitals, but they don't make enough money to afford a luxury like a car. For them, public transportation isn't a matter of convenience - it's a necessity for survival. [Music provided courtesy of CCmixter through a Creative Commons License.] 05:30 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, social services, buses, bus, public transit, public transportation, working class, middle class, working poor, poor, poverty, gas prices, high gas prices, audio, press, news, broadcast, press release, news release, GRTC, Carla Harris, Virginia Department of Social Services High gas prices take toll on working poor http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2008/06/transportation_gasoline.mp3 Practically everyone is feeling pains at the pump, as gas prices keep rising. For those who are already struggling to make ends meet, it can be especially hard. Some are now making more sacrifices than ever just to get by. [Music provided courtesy of CCmixter through a Creative Commons License.] Wed, 25 Jun 2008 09:50:00 EDT Carla Harris No High gas prices take toll on working poor Practically everyone is feeling pains at the pump, as gas prices keep rising. For those who are already struggling to make ends meet, it can be especially hard. Some are now making more sacrifices than ever just to get by. [Music provided courtesy of CCmixter through a Creative Commons License.] 04:12 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, social services, buses, bus, public transit, public transportation, working class, middle class, working poor, poor, poverty, gas prices, high gas prices, audio, press, news, broadcast, press release, news release, GRTC, Carla Harris, Virginia Department of Social Services World Refugee Day is June 20; many start new life in Virginia http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2008/05/first_lady_foster_care_interview.mp3 This interview features Sami, an Iraqi refugee who has settled in Virginia after Al Qaeda threatened his life for helping U.S. Forces in Iraq. [Music for this podcast was provided courtesy of Anchor Mejans - Submerged (Come Up For Air Mix) and Shimoda - Around Dusk (Ambient Friday Mix)]. Thu, 19 Jun 2008 12:01:00 EDT Carla Harris No World Refugee Day is June 20; many start new life in Virginia This interview features Sami, an Iraqi refugee who has settled in Virginia after Al Qaeda threatened his life for helping U.S. Forces in Iraq. [Music for this podcast was provided courtesy of Anchor Mejans - Submerged (Come Up For Air Mix) and Shimoda - Around Dusk (Ambient Friday Mix)]. 02:50 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, social services, refugee, refugees, World Refugee Day, Iraq, Al Qaeda, audio, press, news, broadcast, press release, news release Se invita a la comunidad a hablar sobre temas de inmigración http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2008/05/spa_immigration_forum_roanoke.mp3 Se invita a los residentes del área a presentar sus comentarios durante la audiencia pública de la Comisión de Inmigración de Virginia, que se llevará a cabo el 17 de junio de las 5:30pm hasta las 8:30pm en las oficinas del Consejo de la Ciudad en Roanoke (City Council Chambers). La Comisión solicita comentarios públicos sobre los temas de inmigración y sus efectos en Virginia. [Music provided through a Creative Commons license with CC Mixter] Wed, 04 Jun 2008 09:57:00 EDT Carla Harris No Se invita a la comunidad a hablar sobre temas de inmigración Se invita a los residentes del área a presentar sus comentarios durante la audiencia pública de la Comisión de Inmigración de Virginia, que se llevará a cabo el 17 de junio de las 5:30pm hasta las 8:30pm en las oficinas del Consejo de la Ciudad en Roanoke (City Council Chambers). La Comisión solicita comentarios públicos sobre los temas de inmigración y sus efectos en Virginia. [Music provided through a Creative Commons license with CC Mixter] 00:30 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, social services, department of social services, immigration, public hearing, Roanoke, audio, press, immigrants, news, broadcast, press release, news release, Roanoke Virginia Commission on Immigration to hold public hearing in Roanoke http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2008/05/immigration.mp3 Area residents are invited to present comments to the Virginia Commission on Immigration at its next public hearing, scheduled for Tuesday, June 17 from 5 - 8 p.m. in the City Council Chambers in Roanoke. The Commission is seeking public input on how immigration issues are affecting Virginia. The public is encouraged to comment on immigration issues specifically related to the Roanoke Valley and Western Virginia, as the Commission will conduct additional hearings in other parts of the Commonwealth. Public comment will be limited to three minutes per person. Sign up for public comment will be onsite at 4:00 p.m. In this interview, Senator John Watkins discusses the importance of the hearings. Thu, 29 May 2008 13:17:00 EDT Carla Harris No Virginia Commission on Immigration to hold public hearing in Roanoke Area residents are invited to present comments to the Virginia Commission on Immigration at its next public hearing, scheduled for Tuesday, June 17 from 5 - 8 p.m. in the City Council Chambers in Roanoke. The Commission is seeking public input on how immigration issues are affecting Virginia. The public is encouraged to comment on immigration issues specifically related to the Roanoke Valley and Western Virginia, as the Commission will conduct additional hearings in other parts of the Commonwealth. Public comment will be limited to three minutes per person. Sign up for public comment will be onsite at 4:00 p.m. In this interview, Senator John Watkins discusses the importance of the hearings. 07:06 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, social services, department of social services, immigration, public hearing, George Mason University, audio, press, news, broadcast, press release, news release, Roanoke First Lady works for strong foster care programs http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2008/05/first_lady_foster_care_interview.mp3 Nearly 8,000 children are in foster care throughout the Commonwealth. Approximately 50 percent are 13 and older. These children are in urgent need of foster parents and, for many of them, a "forever family." The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) is asking families, couples and individuals to open up their hearts and homes to a foster child. First Lady Anne Holton created the For Keeps foster care initiative in 2007. It was founded on the belief that every child deserves and needs a "forever family." Under her leadership, a number of foster care reform efforts were successfully passed this year. In this interview, the First Lady talks about her initiative, the importance of foster care and what foster children need most. [Music samples by Lasswell - Pink Clouds (Reprise Mix) and Loveshadow - Back To Me (The Hearts Regret Mix). Music provided courtesy of CCmixter through a Creative Commons License.] Tue, 20 May 2008 15:06:00 EDT Carla Harris No First Lady works for strong foster care programs Nearly 8,000 children are in foster care throughout the Commonwealth. Approximately 50 percent are 13 and older. These children are in urgent need of foster parents and, for many of them, a "forever family." The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) is asking families, couples and individuals to open up their hearts and homes to a foster child. First Lady Anne Holton created the For Keeps foster care initiative in 2007. It was founded on the belief that every child deserves and needs a "forever family." Under her leadership, a number of foster care reform efforts were successfully passed this year. In this interview, the First Lady talks about her initiative, the importance of foster care and what foster children need most. [Music samples by Lasswell - Pink Clouds (Reprise Mix) and Loveshadow - Back To Me (The Hearts Regret Mix). Music provided courtesy of CCmixter through a Creative Commons License.] 04:27 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, social services, Anne Holton, First Lady of Virginia, department of social services, foster kids, foster children, foster care, foster care system, foster parent, foster parents, foster parenting, For Keeps, audio, press, news, broadcast, press release, news release Se invita a la comunidad a hablar sobre temas de inmigración http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2008/05/spa_immigration_forum_60sec.mp3 La Comisión de Inmigración llevará a cabo cinco audiencias publicas en todo el estado para solicitar testimonios sobre los efectos de la inmigración en Virginia. La primera audiencia pública será el 22 de mayo en la Universidad George Mason en el Cinema del Centro Johnson: 2-5 p.m. y 6-9 p.m. Wed, 14 May 2008 16:36:00 EDT Sindy Benavides No Se invita a la comunidad a hablar sobre temas de inmigración La Comisión de Inmigración llevará a cabo cinco audiencias publicas en todo el estado para solicitar testimonios sobre los efectos de la inmigración en Virginia. La primera audiencia pública será el 22 de mayo en la Universidad George Mason en el Cinema del Centro Johnson: 2-5 p.m. y 6-9 p.m. 00:56 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, social services, department of social services, immigration, public hearing, inmigración, George Mason University, audio, press, news, broadcast, press release, news release Virginia Commission on Immigration to hold public hearing in Fairfax http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2008/04/immigration_forum.mp3 The Virginia Commission on Immigration will hold its first of five statewide public hearings on Thursday, May 22 in the Johnson Center Cinema on the campus of George Mason University. The Commission is seeking public input on how immigration issues are affecting Virginia. The public is encouraged to comment on immigration issues affecting Northern Virginia, as the Commission will conduct additional hearings in other parts of the Commonwealth. There will be two sessions: 2-5 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. In this interview, Senator John Watkins, discusses the importance of the hearings. Wed, 14 May 2008 16:00:00 EDT Carla Harris No Virginia Commission on Immigration to hold public hearing in Fairfax The Virginia Commission on Immigration will hold its first of five statewide public hearings on Thursday, May 22 in the Johnson Center Cinema on the campus of George Mason University. The Commission is seeking public input on how immigration issues are affecting Virginia. The public is encouraged to comment on immigration issues affecting Northern Virginia, as the Commission will conduct additional hearings in other parts of the Commonwealth. There will be two sessions: 2-5 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. In this interview, Senator John Watkins, discusses the importance of the hearings. 07:52 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, social services, department of social services, immigration, public hearing, George Mason University, audio, press, news, broadcast, press release, news release Sexual assault in Virginia http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2008/04/sexual_assault.mp3 According to recent statistics, one out of every Virginia adults has reported being the victim of rape or attempted rape at some point in their lifetime. There are an estimated 30,000 sexual assault victims each year in Virginia. In this interview, a rape survivor speaks about her experience and the program manager of the Virginia Department of Social Services' Office of Family Violence offers information and safety tips. [Music: Kaer Trouz - Love Kaer Shadow Trouz (Jericho Vs Unforgiven) and CDK - Good Bye Mr. Rogers. All music is made possible through a Creative Commons CCMixter license.] Wed, 30 Apr 2008 15:30:00 EDT Carla Harris No Sexual assault in Virginia According to recent statistics, one out of every Virginia adults has reported being the victim of rape or attempted rape at some point in their lifetime. There are an estimated 30,000 sexual assault victims each year in Virginia. In this interview, a rape survivor speaks about her experience and the program manager of the Virginia Department of Social Services' Office of Family Violence offers information and safety tips. [Music: Kaer Trouz - Love Kaer Shadow Trouz (Jericho Vs Unforgiven) and CDK - Good Bye Mr. Rogers. All music is made possible through a Creative Commons CCMixter license.] 04:30 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, social services, department of social services, rape, sexual assault, domestic violence, rape survivor, safety, safety tips, rape prevention, audio, press, news, broadcast, press release, news release Virginia ranks 12th in nation for caregivers http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2008/04/governor_caregiver.mp3 Virginia ranks 12th in the nation in the number of people caring for relatives, with nearly 700,000 Virginians serving as the primary caregiver for a relative. In total, there are more than one million unpaid caregivers within the Commonwealth. Nine Virginians recently received the Governor's Caregiver Recognition Award. Governor Tim Kaine comments on the importance of caregivers. [Music: Mactonite - Days of April (Part 1) and Teru - Funky Theme. All music is made possible through a Creative Commons CCMixter license.] Wed, 30 Apr 2008 14:50:00 EDT VDSS' Carla Harris No Virginia ranks 12th in the nation for caregivers Virginia ranks 12th in the nation in the number of people caring for relatives, with nearly 700,000 Virginians serving as the primary caregiver for a relative. In total, there are more than one million unpaid caregivers within the Commonwealth. Nine Virginians recently received the Governor's Caregiver Recognition Award. Governor Tim Kaine comments on the importance of caregivers. [Music: Mactonite - Days of April (Part 1) and Teru - Funky Theme. All music is made possible through a Creative Commons CCMixter license.] 02:35 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, social services, department of social services, volunteer, volunteers, Virginia Department of Social Services, Tim Kaine, Governor of Virginia, Governor Tim Kaine, Timothy Kaine, caregiver, caregivers, Governor's Caregiver Award, Governor's Caregiver Recognition Award, audio, press, news, broadcast, press release, news release Governor honors volunteers http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2008/04/governor_volunteerism.mp3 Virginia Governor Tim Kaine speaks on the importance of volunteers and what their community service means to the Commonwealth. [Music: Vieux Johannes Ahlberg - Ana (Short Chubby Club Remix) and Rayza - Super Dracula vs. The Zombie Wolfman. All music is made possible through a Creative Commons CCMixter license.] Wed, 30 Apr 2008 14:58:00 EDT VDSS' Carla Harris No Governor honors volunteers Virginia Governor Tim Kaine speaks on the importance of volunteers and what their community service means to the Commonwealth. [Music: Vieux Johannes Ahlberg - Ana (Short Chubby Club Remix) and Rayza - Super Dracula vs. The Zombie Wolfman. All music is made possible through a Creative Commons CCMixter license.] 03:22 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, social services, department of social services, volunteer, volunteers, community service, Virginia Department of Social Services, Tim Kaine, Governor of Virginia, Governor Tim Kaine, Timothy Kaine, Governor's Awards for Volunteerism and Community Service, audio, press, news, broadcast, press release, news release Free tax preparation available for the working poor http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2008/01/eitc_maureen.mp3 Working, low-to-middle income individuals and families who are eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit also qualify to have their taxes prepared for free at numerous sites throughout Virginia. Maureen Goode, of Henrico Department Social Services and the chair of the Greater Richmond Earned Income Tax Credit Coalition, explains the benefits of using one of the free tax prep sites. Thu, 31 Jan 2008 10:30:00 EDT VDSS' Maureen Goode No Free tax preparation available for the working poor Working, low-to-middle income individuals and families who are eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit also qualify to have their taxes prepared for free at numerous sites throughout Virginia. Maureen Goode, of Henrico Department Social Services and the chair of the Greater Richmond Earned Income Tax Credit Coalition, explains the benefits of using one of the free tax prep sites. 01:28 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, social services, income tax, income taxes, tax return, tax returns, Earned Income Tax Credit, Virginia Department of Social Services, Greater Richmond Earned Income Tax Credit Coalition, EITC, Greater Richmond EITC Coalition, GREITCC, tax credit, working poor, working families, media, press, news, broadcast Some eligible Virginians don't take advantage of major tax credit available http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2008/01/eitc_carolyn.mp3 The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a for low-to-middle-income working families and individuals that can result in a tax refund of up to $4,716. However, up to 25 percent of those who qualify don't take advantage of the credit. Carolyn Spohrer, a volunteer tax preparer and the EITC project manager for the Virginia Community Action Partnership (VACAP) explains why. Fri, 25 Jan 2008 15:45:00 EDT Carolyn Spohrer No Some eligible Virginians don't take advantage of major tax credit available The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a for low-to-middle-income working families and individuals that can result in a tax refund of up to $4,716. However, up to 25 percent of those who qualify don't take advantage of the credit. Carolyn Spohrer, a volunteer tax preparer and the EITC project manager for the Virginia Community Action Partnership (VACAP) explains why. 00:22 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, social services, Earned Income Tax Credit, Virginia Department of Social Services, Greater Richmond Earned Income Tax Credit Coalition, EITC, Greater Richmond EITC Coalition, GREITCC, tax credit, working poor, working families, media, press, news, broadcast Who does the Earned Income Tax Credit help and how? http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2008/01/eitc_peggy.mp3 The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a tax refund program for families and individuals who work, but don't make much money. The Virginia Department of Social Services' EITC Program Manager Peggy Friedenberg talks about who the credit helps and how. Fri, 25 Jan 2008 15:30:00 EDT Peggy Friedenberg No Who does the Earned Income Tax Credit help and how? The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a tax refund program for families and individuals who work, but don't make much money. The Virginia Department of Social Services' EITC Program Manager Peggy Friedenberg talks about who the credit helps and how. 00:25 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, social services, Virginia Department of Social Services, Earned Income Tax Credit, Greater Richmond Earned Income Tax Credit Coalition, EITC, Greater Richmond EITC Coalition, GREITCC, tax credit, working poor, working families, media, press, news, broadcast What is the Earned Income Tax Credit and who qualifies? http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2008/01/eitc_loren.mp3 Loren Johnson of the Greater Richmond Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Coalition explains what EITC is and who qualifies. Fri, 25 Jan 2008 15:30:00 EDT Loren Johnson No What is the Earned Income Tax Credit and who qualifies? Loren Johnson of the Greater Richmond Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Coalition explains what EITC is and who qualifies. 00:32 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, social services, Earned Income Tax Credit, Virginia Department of Social Services, Greater Richmond Earned Income Tax Credit Coalition, EITC, Greater Richmond EITC Coalition, GREITCC, tax credit, working poor, working families, media, press, news, broadcast Volunteers needed to help the working poor with tax preparation http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2007/11/wlfs.mp3 News Talk WLFS of Fredericksburg interviews VDSS' Peggy Friedenberg about the need for volunteers across the state to help hard working, low income families prepare their tax returns and determine if they are eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). Podcast provided courtesy of WFLS. Tue, 27 Nov 2007 09:30:00 EDT Deidre Blake from WLFS No Volunteers needed to help the working poor with tax preparation News Talk WLFS of Fredericksburg interviews VDSS' Peggy Friedenberg about the need for volunteers across the state to help hard working, low income families prepare their tax returns determine if they are eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). Podcast provided courtesy of WFLS. 00:37 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, social services, interview, Virginia Department of Social Services, volunteer, volunteers, low income, low income families, Earned Income Tax Credit, EITC, tax refund, radio How you can help hard-working families http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2007/11/eitc.mp3 Listen and learn how you can help hard-working families and individuals in your community with the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). For many low-income working families, the EITC refund can set them on the path to self-sufficiency. The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) is now recruiting EITC volunteers to serve as greeters, screeners, tax preparers and reviewers throughout the state during tax season. All you need are a few extra hours and the desire to help. [All music is made possible through a Creative Commons license.] Tue, 20 Nov 2007 14:00:00 EDT VDSS' Carla Harris No How you can help hard-working families Listen and learn how you can help hard-working families and individuals in your community with the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). For many low-income working families, the EITC refund can set them on the path to self-sufficiency. The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) is now recruiting EITC volunteers to serve as greeters, screeners, tax preparers and reviewers throughout the state during tax season. All you need are a few extra hours and the desire to help. [All music is made possible through a Creative Commons license.] 05:59 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, social services, department of social services, volunteer, volunteers, Virginia Department of Social Services, working poor, low income, tax, taxes, tax refund, tax credit, tax season, Earned Income Tax Credit, EITC, audio, press, news, broadcast, press release, news release Domestic Violence is a Leading Cause of Homelessness http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2007/10/dv.mp3 Studies indicate a clear link between domestic violence and homelessness. Listen to the story of a domestic violence survivor who has found herself homeless, living in a shelter, attempting to make a fresh start. Professionals who work with abuse survivors also speak about the problem and resources for those looking for a life free of violence. [This interview features the songs PodeQueimar by Altcontroldelete, Cidade Sol (Tube Groove mix) by Mister C feat Curve and India (Treatment) by Fourstones, courtesy of CCMixter. All music is made possible through a Creative Commons license.] Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:00:00 EDT VDSS' Carla Harris No Domestic Violence is a Leading Cause of Homelessness Studies indicate a clear link between domestic violence and homelessness. Listen to the story of a domestic violence survivor who has found herself homeless, living in a shelter, attempting to make a fresh start. Professionals who work with abuse survivors also speak about the problem and resources for those looking for a life free of violence. [This interview features the songs PodeQueimar by Altcontroldelete, Cidade Sol (Tube Groove mix) by Mister C feat Curve and India (Treatment) by Fourstones, courtesy of CCMixter. All music is made possible through a Creative Commons license.] 04:58 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, pod, social services, Virginia Department of Social Services, domestic violence, abuse, intimate partner abuse, media, spousal abuse, press, media, news, broadcast, abuse victim, shelter, homeless shelter, shelter for abused women, battered women, battered woman Volunteerism - You Can Make a Difference http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2007/09/americorps.mp3 Did you know that AmeriCorps is a national service program that connects more than 70,000 Americans to meet our country's critical needs in education, public safety, health, and the environment? This interview reveals resources for volunteering in Virginia through AmeriCorps. [This interview features the songs Good Morning by Pitx and Waiting by Teru, courtesy of CCMixter. All music is made possible through a Creative Commons license.] Mon, 24 Sep 2007 16:47:00 EDT VDSS' Carla Harris No Volunteerism - You Can Make a Difference Did you know that AmeriCorps is a national service program that connects more than 70,000 Americans to meet our country's critical needs in education, public safety, health, and the environment? This interview reveals resources for volunteering in Virginia through Americorp. [This interview features the songs Good Morning by Pitx and Waiting by Teru, courtesy of CCMixter. All music is made possible through a Creative Commons license.] 09:16 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, social services, Virginia Department of Social Services, volunteer, volunteerism, media, press, news, community, community development, Boaz and Ruth, better place, volunteerism and financial incentives, Americorps, Habitat for Humanity, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Prisoner Re-entry, college loan forgiveness, benefits Choosing Child Care http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2007/08/php_childcare.mp3 You know you need child care - so how do you choose the right one for you? This interview reveals resources, publications and ways to search for child care near you. [This interview features the songs PodeQueimar by Altcontroldelete, Cidade Sol (Tube Groove mix) by Mister C feat Curve and India (Treatment) by Fourstones, courtesy of CCMixter. All music is made possible through a Creative Commons license.] Mon, 27 Aug 2007 09:30:00 EDT VDSS' Carla Harris No Choosing Child Care You know you need child care - so how do you choose the right one for you? This interview reveals resources, publications and ways to search for child care near you. [This interview features the songs PodeQueimar by Altcontroldelete, Cidade Sol (Tube Groove mix) by Mister C feat Curve and India (Treatment) by Fourstones, courtesy of CCMixter. All music is made possible through a Creative Commons license.] podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, social services, Virginia Department of Social Services, child care, childcare, day care, daycare, media, press, news, broadcast, finding child care, child care publications VDSS Uses Cell Records to Track Child Support Evaders - WRVA Radio Interviews Nick Young http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2007/08/dcse_cell_phones.mp3 VDSS' Division of Child Support Enforcement (DCSE) was recently honored with the Council of State Governments Innovation Award. DCSE Director Nick Young spoke with WRVA 1140 host Jimmy Barrett about using cell phone records to locate parents who are delinquent in paying child support. [This interview has been posted with permission of News Radio 1140 WRVA. Other podcasts are available at www.wrva.com] Wed, 09 Aug 2007 07:30:00 EDT WRVA's Jimmy Barrett No Award winning innovation finds those who owe child support VDSS' Division of Child Support Enforcement (DCSE) was recently honored with the Council of State Governments Innovation Award. DCSE Director Nick Young spoke with WRVA 1140 host Jimmy Barrett about using cell phone records to locate parents who are delinquent in paying child support.[This interview has been posted with permission of News Radio 1140 WRVA. Other podcasts are available at www.wrva.com] podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, social services, Virginia Department of Social Services, human services, media, press, news, broadcast, child support, child support enforcement, WRVA, radio Putative Father Registry - WRVA Radio Interview http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2007/07/putative_father.mp3 Richmond Virginia's WRVA Radio interviews Virginia Department of Social Services'(VDSS) adoption program manager Pam Cooper about the Putative Father Registry (PFR), a new program administered by VDSS and designed to protect the rights of men who may have fathered a child, even if they do not know it. The PFR allows potential fathers to sign up to be notified if a child they may have fathered is placed for adoption or if parental rights are about to be terminated. The registry is free and confidential and it protects the rights of possible biological fathers, birth mothers and adoptive parents. [This interview has been posted with permission of News Radio 1140 WRVA. Other podcasts are available at www.wrva.com] Tue, 24 Jul 2007 06:00:00 EDT WRVA's Jimmy Barrett No 1-877-IF-DADDY Richmond Virginia's WRVA Radio interviews Virginia Department of Social Services'(VDSS) adoption program manager Pam Cooper about the Putative Father Registry (PFR), a new program administered by VDSS and designed to protect the rights of men who may have fathered a child, even if they do not know it. The PFR allows potential fathers to sign up to be notified if a child they may have fathered is placed for adoption or if parental rights are about to be terminated. The registry is free and confidential and it protects the rights of possible biological fathers, birth mothers and adoptive parents. [This interview has been posted with permission of News Radio 1140 WRVA. Other podcasts are available at www.wrva.com] podcast, podcasting, podcaster, interviews, social services, Virginia Department of Social Services, human services, media, press, news, broadcast, putative, putative father, fathers' rights, putative father registry, fatherhood, single fathers, adoption, parental rights, foster care, adoption law Life as a Refugee - "Lost Boy" of Sudan Interview http://media.dss.virginia.gov/podcasts/2007/07/lost_boys.mp3 Did you know that Virginia has become home to thousands of refugees who have legally settled here after leaving their home countries due to war, political unrest or religious persecution? To commemorate Virginia and World Refugee Day, the Office of Newcomer Services (ONS) of the Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) held a special Richmond premiere of the documentary, God Grew Tired of Us, an award-winning documentary that explores the journey of three of the "Lost Boys" of Sudan. This podcast includes interviews with Lost Boy Maker Abraham Jok, ONS' Kathy Cooper and Bebe Tran of Commonwealth Catholic Charities.

[This interview features the songs "Revolve" by His Boy Elroy, "Madrugada (Remix)" by Savoyard feat Curve and "Que Pena (CDK Remix)" by CDK, courtesy of CCMixter.All music is made possible through a Creative Commons license.]

Tue, 17 Jul 2007 12:00:00 EDT VDSS' Carla Harris No Sudanese refugees start new lives in Virginia Did you know that Virginia has become home to thousands of refugees who have legally settled here after leaving their home countries due to war, political unrest or religious persecution? To commemorate Virginia and World Refugee Day, the Office of Newcomer Services (ONS) of the Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) held a special Richmond premiere of the documentary, God Grew Tired of Us, an award-winning documentary that explores the journey of three of the "Lost Boys" of Sudan. This podcast includes interviews with Lost Boy Maker Abraham Jok, ONS' Kathy Cooper and Bebe Tran of Commonwealth Catholic Charities.

[This interview features the songs "Revolve" by His Boy Elroy, "Madrugada (Remix)" by Savoyard feat Curve and "Que Pena (CDK Remix)" by CDK, courtesy of CCMixter.All music is made possible through a Creative Commons license.]

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