Northeast Delta Dental

BRASS Avalanche

Tom Raffio and Cindy Berlack, chairperson & cofounder of BRASS Avalanche discuss the importance of avalanche safety education and the need for increased awareness and funding for avalanche safety initiatives. They emphasize the human factor in avalanche incidents, advocate for more visible signs and communication about avalanche danger at ski resorts, and encourage donations and support for BRASS Avalanche. The discussion concludes with recommendations for skiers to avoid potential avalanche disasters and the goal to reduce avalanche deaths.

Center for Ethics in Society

Tom Raffio, president and CEO of Northeast Delta Dental, discusses the importance of education, entrepreneurship, and wellness with Dr. Max Latona from the Center for Ethics and Society at Saint Anselm College.  

New Hampshire Food Bank

Tom Raffio, president and CEO of Northeast Delta Dental, discusses the New Hampshire Food Bank with Eileen Liponis, executive director. The organization aims to end hunger in the state, distributing over sixteen million pounds of food last year.

Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire

Tom Raffio, president and CEO of Northeast Delta Dental, interviews Marianne Jones, CEO of the Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire, on Northeast Delta Dental Radio. The organization's mission is to improve animal welfare and support pet owners. The Animal Rescue League collaborates with other shelters, relies on fundraising events for financial support, and emphasizes the emotional challenges of working in the animal welfare industry. They encourage donations, event sponsorship, and business partnerships to sustain their operations.

Equine immersion therapy for veterans

Tom Raffio, president and CEO of Northeast Delta Dental and host of Northeast Delta Dental Radio, discusses Equine Immersion Project with founder Tara Mahoney and retired staff sergeant Justin Grant. The project uses horses for mental health counseling, focusing on veterans and aiming to raise awareness about veteran suicides. Equine Immersion Foundation, a tax-deductible organization, encourages donations and emphasizes the importance of community in the healing process for veterans.

Grappone in the Community

Citizens Count

Tom Raffio, president & CEO of Northeast Delta Dental interviews Anna Brown, Executive Director of Citizens Count, who shares her passion for New Hampshire and the organization's mission to make citizen engagement easier by providing unbiased information about issues and candidates. 

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UNH

Tom Raffio, president and CEO of Northeast Delta Dental and Tori Berube, program manager, OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute) discuss the benefits of lifelong learning for older adults, focusing on the social, cognitive, and health benefits of lifelong learning, as well as the impact on longevity. They also highlight the upcoming fall term for OLLI, offering about 170 courses statewide.

 

Halias Safety Symposium

Tom Raffio, president and CEO of Northeast Delta Dental discusses the upcoming Halias Safety Symposium with Paul Dean and John Stevens,  co-chairs of the Halias Safety Symposium, and Major Russ Conte, New Hampshire state police health and wellness coordinator. The symposium, in its ninth year, focuses on mental health awareness for first responders, clinicians, and educators.

Affordable Housing Crisis in New Hampshire

Tom Raffio discusses the affordable housing crisis in New Hampshire on Northeast Delta Dental Radio with Robert Tourigny, executive director of NeighborWorks Southern New Hampshire. The discussion highlights the organization's efforts in providing affordable housing and assisting first-time homebuyers.