Episode 28 - Reducing Youth Substance Use and Mental Health Disorders

Episode 32 - Big Brothers, Big Sisters

Welcome to Central York Middle School’s official Aevidum Club podcast! Our school is located in York, Pennsylvania and we have a very active Aevidum club. For more information on Aevidum, visit ⁠⁠⁠www.aevidum.com⁠⁠⁠ [http://www.aevidum.com/]. This podcast series will be student-created and student-run and will help to offer insight on mental health awareness and suicide prevention, as well as, what goes into creating community within a school setting. In this episode, Violet talks with Corey Dupree about the Big Brothers, Big Sisters program and the importance of mentorship. Currently, Corey serves as the Vice President of Community and Culture for Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA. In this role, he develops and implements initiatives to amplify youth voice, and leading strategic planning across all organizational operations, ensuring impactful outcomes. Corey attributes much of his passion for mentorship and education to his 27+ year relationship with his own Big Brother through Big Brothers Big Sisters, Todd, who continues to inspire him to give back. As a devoted father to two children, Mariah and Corey II, Corey is deeply committed to serving underserved communities. His personal experiences, coupled with his volunteer work with grassroots organizations, fuel his mission to create pathways for success and opportunity for the next generation. Follow our Aevidum Club on Instagram at @cyms_aevidum and if you like our podcast, please leave a review or comment so that others can find this important resource! This podcast has been nominated as one of the Top 45 Suicide Prevention Podcasts on the web.

Episode 31 - Grief and Loss

Welcome to Central York Middle School’s official Aevidum Club podcast! Our school is located in York, Pennsylvania and we have a very active Aevidum club. For more information on Aevidum, visit ⁠⁠www.aevidum.com⁠⁠ [http://www.aevidum.com/]. This podcast series will be student-created and student-run and will help to offer insight on mental health awareness and suicide prevention, as well as, what goes into creating community within a school setting. In this episode, Brian talks with Journey Henderson about how feelings and experience grief is different for everyone. Journey Henderson is a licensed minister of the Brethren in Christ Denomination located in Lebanon, PA. Currently, Journey serves both as a Chaplain with VNA Homecare and Hospice and a Missionary/Pastor with the Holy District in Lebanon City. He has served in his both of his current roles for 2 years and has been serving in ministry for the last 8 years. Prior to serving in his current roles, Journey has served two different churches as a Youth and Young Adult Pastor. Journey holds a Master’s of Divinity from Lancaster Bible College as well as a Master’s in Interdisciplinary Studies and Bachelor’s in Education from Liberty University. Journey has been married to his wife Lindsay for 12 years and they have two daughters together, Sadie, 8 and Macie, 5. WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospice - WellSpan Health [https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fwww.wellspan.org%2flocations%2fwellspan-good-samaritan-hospice-loc0000169639&c=E,1,3nQj_zlqKeL9fXHtfTOQEubA8STs_IuU5iJTqt0YRI_SKIFQlVNwq575SgJLX_JjnKFKPEsDc-_Lr0GgqJ6cJBUpaFbRfCL2grzG8uhjJ2YikLI,&typo=1] Holy District – Grassroots, Jesus-centered community building [https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fholydistrict.org%2f&c=E,1,khUUUl6066fuU-aQZDmncXwVwvYN4MfbrhWSZR0H82mqndo82k5F-eBxL75_SrPfAaBI4obZeWFmim4W-b-SN7rO0Wbl5CnCvz3_n4yFYqY,&typo=1] Follow our Aevidum Club on Instagram at @cyms_aevidum and if you like our podcast, please leave a review or comment so that others can find this important resource! This podcast has been nominated as one of the Top 45 Suicide Prevention Podcasts on the web.

Episode 30 - The PAUSE Program

Welcome to Central York Middle School’s official Aevidum Club podcast! Our school is located in York, Pennsylvania and we have a very active Aevidum club. For more information on Aevidum, visit ⁠www.aevidum.com⁠ [http://www.aevidum.com/]. This podcast series will be student-created and student-run and will help to offer insight on mental health awareness and suicide prevention, as well as, what goes into creating community within a school setting. In this episode, Emily talks with Autumn Buchsenschutz about her work with the PAUSE Program and what it is. Autumn Buchsenschutz joined NAMI York-Adams back in March 2025 from New York. Previously, as a Coalition Coordinator and a Prevention Specialist, she worked within schools and the community to educate about substance use prevention and increase the prevalence of harm reduction programs. Autumn led the efforts in starting the CHANGE Coalition in Niagara Falls, NY, where they worked to expand community resource accessibility for substance abuse and mental health conditions. In her current role with NAMI York-Adams as the PAUSE Coordinator, she coordinates and manages the yearly PAUSE school meeting schedule, oversees data and reporting from youth groups across multiple schools, and helps ensure that each PAUSE session is staffed, supported, and impactful. Autumn works closely with the facilitators to maintain training and weekly coverage with groups, as well as takes an active role in co-facilitating in-school youth groups, bringing both professional training and personal lived experience to the conversations.  Outside of the school groups, she works to support outreach efforts such as school events, health fairs, and community activities that promote mental health awareness. Autumn, along with other staff members, participates regularly in NAMI program trainings, peer advisory committees, and statewide or national events to ensure the PAUSE program continues to grow and reflect best practices.  She is passionate about mental health advocacy, especially for youth, and  brings a deep commitment to the mission of NAMIYA and PAUSE to reduce the stigma around mental health. Here are links that we also want to share for our social media!!  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/nami.yorkadams/ [https://www.instagram.com/nami.yorkadams/] Tiktok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@namiyorkadams [https://www.tiktok.com/@namiyorkadams] Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/NAMIYORKADAMS/ [https://www.facebook.com/NAMIYORKADAMS/] Follow our Aevidum Club on Instagram at @cyms_aevidum and if you like our podcast, please leave a review or comment so that others can find this important resource! This podcast has been nominated as one of the Top 45 Suicide Prevention Podcasts on the web.

Episode 29 - Teen Substance Abuse and Mental Health

Welcome to Central York Middle School’s official Aevidum Club podcast! Our school is located in York, Pennsylvania and we have a very active Aevidum club. For more information on Aevidum, visit www.aevidum.com [http://www.aevidum.com/]. This podcast series will be student-created and student-run and will help to offer insight on mental health awareness and suicide prevention, as well as, what goes into creating community within a school setting. In this episode, Violet and Danielle have a discussion with Kirstin Einsig about the teen substance abuse and how this can influence mental health. Kirstin Einsig was born and raised in York County and is passionate about making a positive impact in her community.  She currently serves as the Community Engagement Specialist and Collective Impact Coordinator for the York Opioid Collaborative.  Kirstin brings five years of experience from roles within substance use disorder treatment, giving her a strong foundation in treatment systems, Medication-Assisted Treatment, criminal justice, and human services. As someone in long-term recovery, Kirstin uses her lived experience to advocate for collaboration and meaningful change.  Outside of work, she is a proud mom to a teenage daughter and enjoys concerts and live stand-up comedy.  Her commitment to community wellness is fueled by the belief that working together is key to creating lasting impact. Link to Get Help Now: Locate Drug and Alcohol Treatment Services | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania [https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fwww.pa.gov%2fservices%2fddap%2flocate-drug-and-alcohol-treatment-services&c=E,1,EoPYy13yAND64CLuu95Ix18WFwizR27iuRVKnF3OnlEmLiCKShTSZlzuWXrK99YpvymPQnL18pSemuncju7xDuUAT226-rDQL_DkjlevKnhJXiACp8A,&typo=1] PA Get Help Now Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) or Text 717-216-0905 Link for parents/caregivers: Starting the Conversation - York Opioid Collaborative [https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fyorkopioidcollaborative.org%2fstarting-the-conversation%2f&c=E,1,r_z-C2TukqPdoj0Ai8ehzYAcTEamOsFB9_Ff_Wxw5EAX7Qkhj9lhNCG_t4m2hIfhh-yMuliuDWGpc4juJZttxvTF8fjyFwmoN86wHmetHhV-_6Y,&typo=1] Follow our Aevidum Club on Instagram at @cyms_aevidum and if you like our podcast, please leave a review or comment so that others can find this important resource! This podcast has been nominated as one of the Top 45 Suicide Prevention Podcasts on the web.

Episode 28 - Reducing Youth Substance Use and Mental Health Disorders

Welcome to Central York Middle School’s official Aevidum Club podcast! Our school is located in York, Pennsylvania and we have a very active Aevidum club. For more information on Aevidum, visit www.aevidum.com [http://www.aevidum.com/]. This podcast series will be student-created and student-run and will help to offer insight on mental health awareness and suicide prevention, as well as, what goes into creating community within a school setting. In this episode, Ella and Alyssa have a discussion with Nicole Gray about the great work that she is doing in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania with the Community Health Council. Nikki Gray is an accomplished leader in community health, public health strategy, and corporate wellness with over 15 years of experience. She currently serves as the Executive Director of the Community Health Council of Lebanon County, In this role, she leads strategic planning, sustainability, program evaluation, and media planning efforts within the Health Council’s 11 initiatives and 10 events. Embedded within WellSpan Health's Community Health and Engagement Team, her experience also extends into corporate healthcare and population health.  Her contributions have earned her accolades, including the Community Builder Award from the Lebanon Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Community Excellence Award from the Lebanon County Council of Human Services. In addition to her role with the Health Council, Nikki serves on the board of Lebanon County Community Action Partnership and serves as a team lead for the State Health Improvement Plan. Outside her professional achievements, Nicole is passionate about her family, her dogs and the outdoors. Follow our Aevidum Club on Instagram at @cyms_aevidum and if you like our podcast, please leave a review or comment so that others can find this important resource! This podcast has been nominated as one of the Top 45 Suicide Prevention Podcasts on the web.