How can Orange County residents get connected to social services they need such as food, housing, job placement and health insurance? Listen to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with 2-1-1 Orange County President and Chief Executive Officer Karen Williams. She talks about how the local, private, non-profit organization runs a comprehensive information and referral system for Orange County. She calls it the “virtual front door for the community.” By calling, texting, or emailing the organization, health and human services and support are accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week. People are connected quickly and effectively to existing programs and disaster response information. Only on OC Talk Radio, Orange County’s only Community Radio Station which streams live from the University of California-Irvine’s BEALL APPLIED INNOVATION CENTER. Services may be accessed by calling 211, or texting 898-211 and text in the zip code, or email: www.help@211oc.org or www.211oc.org

_{How can the Leonard Cancer Institute at Providence Mission Hospital use robotic surgical technology to diagnose and treat lung cancer? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with one of Providence Mission Hospital’s most talented robotic surgeons and Leonard Cancer Institute’s Director for Lung Cancer Dr. Samer Kanaan. He talks about how doctors’ use an assisted robotic system to transform the lives of patients. Only on OC Talk Radio, Orange County’s only Community Radio Station which streams live from the University of California-Irvine’s BEALL APPLIED INNOVATION CENTER.   https://leonardcancerinstitute.com/}

How can the nonprofit Waymakers help Human Trafficking victims in Orange County heal and thrive? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with Waymakers Director of Victim Assistance Programs Lita Mercado. She talks about the current state of Human Trafficking in Orange County and how to spot it to report it. She also discusses how her organization helps victims. Only on OC Talk Radio, Orange County’s only community radio station which streams live from the University of California-Irvine's BEALL APPLIED INNOVATION CENTER.

The National Human Trafficking Hotline: 888-3737-888 

www.waymakersoc.org

How does the American Heart Association Orange County fight heart disease? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with American Heart Association Orange County Board Chair Angela Ahmad. She explains how five years ago, her son at the age of six, survived open heart surgery after a routine check-up. And how that experience made her want to get involved in the nation’s oldest volunteer health organization that aims to fight heart disease. She also talks about heart disease symptoms and what we can do to help prevent the risk of developing the disease. Only on OC Talk Radio, Orange County’s only Community Radio Station which streams live from the University of California-Irvine's BEALL APPLIED INNOVATION CENTER.

https://www.heart.org/en/affiliates/california/orange-county

How can Orange County prevent child abuse? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with Orange County Child Abuse Prevention Council Member Katherine Hamel. The Orange County Child Abuse Prevention Council is convened by the nonprofit, The Raise Foundation, which is dedicated to stopping the cycle of abuse through education, advocacy, community collaboration, and comprehensive services for families and children. Hamel is a previous recipient of The Raise Foundation’s Champion of Children award. She defines child abuse and talks about how we can participate in Blue Ribbon (Child Abuse Prevention) Month in April and its theme “Speak Up, Save a Child.” Only on OC Talk Radio, Orange County’s only Community Radio Station which streams live from the University of California-Irvine's BEALL APPLIED INNOVATION CENTER.

Report child abuse in Orange County: 714-940-1000 or 24-hour hotline: 800-207-4464   www.theraisefoundation.org 

How can the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County & the Inland Empire help disconnected youth? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County & the Inland Empire Chief Executive Officer Sloane Keane. Learn about the organization’s programs which involve one-to-one matches for youth who want to realize their full potential. And the benefits to the mentors. Only on OC Talk Radio, Orange County’s only Community Radio Station which streams live from the University of California-Irvine's BEALL APPLIED INNOVATION CENTER.

www.ocbigs.org

How can Mission San Juan Capistrano in San Juan Capistrano remain historically significant to its visitors and supporters in the midst of COVID-19? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with Mission San Juan Capistrano Executive Director Mechelle Lawrence-Adams. She explains how the 7^th of the 21 California Missions provides distance learning through its website. And she gives a verbal tour of the Mission’s special areas.  She also talks about the swallows which make their way to the Mission each year. Only on OC Talk Radio, Orange County’s only Community Radio Station which streams live from the University of California-Irvine's BEALL APPLIED INNOVATION CENTER.

 www.MissionSJC.com

How is the American Red Cross of Orange County able to provide humanitarian services to over three million people in Orange County? Listen to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with American Red Cross of Orange County Executive Director Becky Firey as she discusses the various services the organization provides including disaster relief and disaster preparedness education; support for service members, veterans and their families; health and safety training; blood collection and more. She also talks about how to become a volunteer. Only on OC Talk Radio, Orange County’s only Community Radio Station which streams live from the University of California-Irvine's BEALL APPLIED INNOVATION CENTER.

https://www.redcross.org/local/california/southern-california/about-us/locations/orange-county.html

How can the Radiant Health Centers, formerly known as AIDS Services Foundation of Orange County, strive to end HIV diseases in Orange County? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber's interview with Radiant Health Centers Executive Director and CEO Phil Yaeger. Hear about the various services that are offered to men, women, children and members of the LGBTQ+ community. And how you may get involved with its mission and its campaign to build a dedicated LGBTQ+ health center. Only on OC Talk Radio, Orange County's only Community Radio Station which streams live from the University of California-Irvine's BEALL APPLIED INNOVATION CENTER.

www.radianthealthcenters.org