BAMSI President and CEO Peter Evers and co-host Chris Ryan are joined by BAMSI VP of Behavioral Health and Community Services Kathy Anderson for an important discussion about the BAMSi Helpline.

Humanity First 3-9-21

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers and co-host Chris Ryan are joined by new BAMSI CFO David Simmons for a discussion about how federal dollars could benefit non-profits and how state stimulus funds are drying up while Massachusetts continues to place limitations on service.

Humanity First 4-7-21

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers and co-host Chris Ryan are joined by Leigh Lopes who is BAMSI's Director of Community and Staff Relations. The trio discuss BAMSI's "Brown Bag" program, May's "Mental Health Matters: Time to Talk, Time to Listen" virtual event, and volunteerism.

Humanity First 4-13-21

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers and co-host Chris Ryan are joined by BAMSI Clinical Supervisor Charles Soldevilla for a discussion about the mental effects of COVID. Chris also talks with Red Sox Manager Alex Cora about the COVID vaccine.

Humanity First 4-22-21

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers and co-host Chris Ryan are joined BAMSI Vice President of Healthcare Services and Director of Healthcare Services Christiana Odunze for an important discussion about the nursing profession.

Humanity First 5-5-21

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers was recently a guest on Easy 99.1's "South of Boston" show. He discussed the need for individuals to get the COVID vaccine, defined BAMSI's work and discussed workforce issues in healthcare.

South Of Boston Appearance by BAMSI CEO Peter Evers

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers and co-host Chris Ryan are joined by two behavioral health professionals for "Mental Health Awareness Month". Teresa Belsan, BAMSI's VP of Adult Services and Jess Almeida Director of Operations for a discuss BAMSI's "Mental Health Matters: Time to Talk, Time to Listen" virtual event on May 19th at 6pm.

Humanity First 5-11-21

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers and co-host Chris Ryan are joined by 'The Voice of the New England Patriots' Bob Socci for an open discussion about mental health. Socci is moderating BAMSI's "Mental Health Matters: Time to Talk, Time to Listen" virtual event Wednesday at 6p. The event is presented by Jordan's Furniture. You can register at bamsi.info/MentalHealthMatters.

Humanity First 5-18-21

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers and co-host Chris Ryan discuss how the work environment may be changing at BAMSI as a result of adopted practices during the pandemic and are joined by Jesse Pack the Director of TCORE at BAMSI for a discussion about the challenges facing the trans community in America.

Humanity First 5-25-21

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers and co-host Chris Ryan are joined by BAMSI Executive Administrative Officer Ulea Lago for a discussion about overcoming vaccine hesitancy and workforce issues in the healthcare industry.

Humanity First 6-1-21

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers and co-host Chris Ryan are joined by Brockton Neighborhood Health Center CEO Sue Joss and BNHC Substance Use Services Program Manager Allyson Pinkhover for a discussion about vaccine hesitancy and population health.

Humanity First 6-15-21

BAMSI President and CEO Peter Evers is joined by co-host Chris Ryan as "Pride Month" continues! On this edition of the podcast the focus is on those living with HIV/AIDS as the duo is joined by BAMSI Care Access Navigator Dee Qualls who specializes in peer support for those living with HIV/AIDS.

Humanity First 6-22-21

BAMSI President and CEO Peter Evers and co-host Chris Ryan are joined on this edition of the podcast by Chastity Bowick, the Executive Director of the Transgender Emergency Fund of Massachusetts.

Humanity First 6-29-21

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers is joined by Chris Ryan, who hosted BAMSI's "Living Proof: A Conversation About Vaccine Hesitancy" event on Friday.

Humanity First 10-6-21

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers is joined by Clinic Director Lee Whittemore for an important conversation about mental health.

Humanity First with Peter Evers 11-9-21

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers is joined by Roy who serves on BAMSI's Person Served Advisory Board. Roy talks with Peter about what it's like to be a resident in a BAMSI house.

Humanity First with Peter Evers 12-1-21

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers is joined by a trio of experts to discuss how the pandemic is affecting children. His guests are Angela Cardoso -Fontes, who is BAMSI's Director of Operations for Children's Behavioral Health, Catherine Stewart, who is BAMSI's Program Director-Community Service Agency and Laura Horton, who is BAMSI's Family Partner Director.

Humanity First: Children in a COVID World

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers discusses the history and culture of Brockton and welcomes in new BAMSI Chief Human Resources Officer Pamela Ryan for a wide-ranging conversation about her new role.

Humanity First- Meet The New Chief Human Resources Officer

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers is joined by Fred Welsh, the Director of Elder Services for BAMSI's Dorn Davies program. The duo discuss the impactful work of the program and how it enriches the lives of seniors.

Humanity First- The Impact Of Dorn Davies

On this edition of the podcast, BAMSI CEO Peter Evers talks with BAMSI Field Recruitment Specialist Johanna Marshall. They talk about the ideas and concepts around recruiting and about how to highlight BAMSI as an employer to potential workers.

Humanity First- Being A BAMSI Recruiter

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers discusses the significance of "Pride Month" with BAMSI Transgender Health Navigator Kadyn Donovan on this edition of the podcast.

Humanity First- Pride Month.MP3

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers is joined by Administrative Manager Michelle Yundt for a conversation about what goes on behind the scenes at BAMSI, and what type of work culture exists.

Humanity First- Behind The Scenes.MP3

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers talks with new CFO Dennis Orsinger about his vision for BAMSI's future and the current fiscal health of the non-profit.

Humanity First- New CFO

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers discusses the significance of promoting mental wellness in the work place and discusses the example set by Boston Bruins players Linus Ullmark and Charlie McAvoy who  openly discuss mental health in interviews and encourage teammates to be "vulnerable" with each other.

Humanity First- Mental Health In The Bruins Dressing Room

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers discusses the organizations work on equality and racial justice issues with Gwen Broadway. Gwen is BAMSI's Director of Scheduling and Staffing. She is a leader on BAMSI's DEIJA committee and visits programs on what she calls "The Roadshow" to listen to concerns about equality and racial justice.

Humanity First: A Focus on Equality and Racial Justice.MP3

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers is joined by Jill Tigano and Brittany Hubbard for an important discussion about how some of BAMSI's persons served are holding significant jobs in the community.

Humanity First: Employment Services for Persons Served.MP3

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers takes questions about the direction of the organization from staff and community members.

Humanity First: Ask The CEO Episode XI.MP3

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers discusses the integral role BAMSI plays in the community and discusses the future of the organization with Jenika Chadwick.

Humanity First Video Podcast- Episode I

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers is joined by Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan for a discussion about the latest on key issues in the "City of Champions".

Humanity First Podcast- Episode II

On this episode of the podcast, BAMSI CEO Peter Evers addresses the impact of social media on our mental health, and is joined by Gwen Broadway and Catherine Stewart for an important discussion about racial and gender equality.

Humanity First Podcast- Episode III

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers rounds out "Mental Health Awareness Month" with a discussion about mental wellness and two stories of hope from  Stephanie Martin and Nicole Shafer.

Humanity First Podcast: Episode IV

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers hosts local realtors Cesar Miranda and Jeanne Fuller-Jones of Keller Williams/Boxer Realty Advisors for an important discussion about affordable housing.

Humanity First Podcast Episode V

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers hosts an important discussion with Melanie Jones about the importance and history behind Juneteenth.

Humanity First Podcast Episode VI

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers discusses increasing hostility towards the LGBTQ+ on this edition of the podcast. His guests are Todd Foy and Chase Garvey.

Humanity First- Episode VII

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers is joined by Brigadier General Jack Hammond from Home Base for a look at innovative programs intended to meet veterans where they are and provide peer support opportunities.

Humanity First- Episode VIII

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers and co-host Chris Ryan talk with State Rep. Michelle DuBois (D-Brockton) about what can be done to increase wages for essential workers.

Humanity First 9-16-20

BAMSI CEO Peter Evers and co-host Chris Ryan are joined on this edition of the podcast by Tracy L. Rosen, M.S., LMHC
Program Director for BAMSI's Home Based Team.

Humanity First 1-5-21

BAMSI (Brockton Area Multi-Services, Inc.) is a private, non-profit human services organization providing services to adults and children with developmental disabilities, mental illness, behavioral health, and public health needs.

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