Oct 13, 202640 min
In this episode of the Strengthening Communities podcast, Mark and Mike welcome Dave Eckert, Senior Director of Intersect at Access Services, to reflect on his 25-year journey with Access Services. Dave discusses the...
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Strengthening Communities
Hosted by Access Services · business · EN
About this Podcast:
Access Services is a non-profit committed to building stronger communities by empowering individuals to achieve wholeness and belonging. Serving eastern Pennsylvania since 1976, we provide community support for adults, children, families, individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism, behavioral health, and housing.We believe in providing person-centered services that meet people’s unique needs. Instead of a one-size-fits-all approach, we ask, “How can we serve this person better?” This mindset has allowed us to grow from a small group of social workers to over 600 passionate staff members dedicated to strengthening our communities.We are adaptable and always look for ways to meet specific community needs. If we can’t provide a solution, we connect individuals with our community partners and resources. By building strong partnerships, we create vibrant communities and lasting support for those in need.Please join us as we discuss a variety of topics in the human services field
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What is Strengthening Communities about?
Access Services is a non-profit committed to building stronger communities by empowering individuals to achieve wholeness and belonging. Serving eastern Pennsylvania since 1976, we provide community support for adults, children, families, individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism, behavioral health, and housing. We believe in providing person-centered services that meet people’s unique needs.
Who hosts Strengthening Communities?
Strengthening Communities is hosted by Access Services. The show has published 19 episodes to date.
What has Strengthening Communities covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Strengthening Communities Season 2, Episode #8: Intersecting Faith and Mental Health" (13 October 2026, 40 minutes), "Strengthening Communities Season 2, Episode #7: Smart Support" (8 September 2026, 45 minutes), and "Strengthening Communities Season 2, Episode #6: County Collaboration" (5 August 2026, 44 minutes).
How often does Strengthening Communities publish?
Strengthening Communities publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 42 minutes across 19 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Strengthening Communities?
Booking probability for Strengthening Communities is 28%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Strengthening Communities requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Strengthening Communities's contact route on record: public web form.
Who should pitch Strengthening Communities?
The strongest fits for Strengthening Communities are Family & Social Services. Strengthening Communities has a business audience.
About the host
Access Services hosts Strengthening Communities, a business podcast with 19 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Sep 8, 202645 minS2
In our latest episode of Strengthening Communities, Mark and Mike sit down with Nathan Gerhard, Managing Director of Intellectual Disabilities and Autism at Access Services. Nathan breaks down how smart technology...
- Aug 5, 202644 minS2
When addressing complex crises like substance use and addiction, real impact requires genuine collaboration. In the latest episode of the Strengthening Communities podcast, Mark and Mike sit down with members of the...
- Jul 7, 202644 minS2
In this episode of the Strengthening Communities podcast, Mark and Mike sit down with County Partner and former Access employee Tricia Malott. Together, they reflect on over 40 years of shared history and look back at...
- Jul 7, 202644 minS2
<p>In this episode of the Strengthening Communities podcast, Mark and Mike sit down with County Partner and former Access employee Tricia Malott. Together, they reflect on over 40 years of shared history and look back...
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- May 5, 202644 minS2
<p>In this episode, we continue our 50th anniversary reflection by exploring the power of lived experience, relationships, and purpose in action. As Access Services looks back on five decades of impact, hosts Mike and...
- Apr 8, 202644 minS2
<p>In this episode of the Strengthening Communities podcast, hosts Mark and Mike sit down with Don and Terri Bredamus (former house parents of a group home in the early 1980s) and their daughter Kristie. Together, they...
- Mar 3, 202644 minS2
In this episode of Strengthening Communities, hosts Mark and Mike sit down with former President & CEO Rob Reid to revisit the early years of Access Services and the mission that has guided the organization for five...
- Feb 3, 202643 minS2
<p>The Season 2 premiere of the Strengthening Communities podcast marks the start of Access Services’ 50th anniversary year with a powerful look back at the organization’s roots and lasting impact. Through archival...
- Jan 7, 202645 minS1
<p>In this powerful episode of the Strengthening Communities Podcast, we continue our two-part exploration of hunger, homelessness, and the lived experiences of our neighbors facing housing insecurity. This installment...
- Dec 2, 202546 minS1
<p>In today’s episode, Mark and Mike dive into one of the most pressing issues facing our communities: hunger. Listen as they explore what food insecurity really looks like, why it’s on the rise, and how organizations...
Episode #8
Strengthening Communities Episode #8: Reimagining Recovery, Part 2 - The Wisdom of Wellness
Nov 5, 202546 minS1In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Mike, Mark, and their guests explore the transformative impact of lived experience in shaping community, recovery, and mental health support. Featuring voices from Creating...
Episode #7
Strengthening Communities Episode #7: Reimagining Recovery, Part 1 – Addiction and Community
Oct 8, 202541 minS1<p>In this episode of the Strengthening Community Podcast, we begin a two-part series called Reimagining Recovery. Guests Ivan Rosa, John Niarhos, and Ryan Schweiger share both professional insights and lived...
- Sep 9, 202547 minS1
<p>This episode of the Strengthening the Community podcast continues the discussion on disability and belonging, featuring Bev Weinberg of Integrate for Good and Angela McFarland of Jake’s Baristas. Both share how their...
- Aug 5, 202547 minS1
<p>This episode introduces new co-host Mike McKenna and sets the tone for a podcast centered around building inclusive communities. The conversation is deeply personal, reflective, and rooted in the value of...
- Jun 17, 202545 minS1
<p>PTSD, which stands for post-traumatic stress disorder, typically occurs in people after they have experienced a particularly traumatic event like war, violent physical/sexual/verbal assault, accidents, medical...
- Jun 3, 202545 minS1
Every June, Pride Month is celebrated globally. This Pride month, we are reminded that our greatest strength is found in our shared humanity and unity with everyone in our community. Communities are their strongest when...
- May 20, 202545 minS1
<p>National Foster Care Month recognizes the important role that people from all parts of child welfare play in supporting children, youth, and families. The 2025 theme, “Engaging Youth. Building Supports. Strengthening...
Episode #1
Strengthening Communities Episode #1: At the Intersection of Incarceration and Mental Health
May 6, 202544 minS1<p>May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Since its inception in 1949, Mental Health Awareness Month has been a cornerstone of addressing the challenges faced by millions of Americans living with mental health...
Strengthening Communities
Strengthening Communities Audio Trailer
Mar 31, 20252 minS0<p>Introducing Strengthening Communities, a podcast where we will discuss a variety of topics in the human services fields and how our communities can be strengthened as we all work together.</p>
Recent guests
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Rob Reid
Chairman Mid-Market Solutions, Cockroach Labs
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Mike Nelson
vice president and field chief technology officer, Washington Association of School Administrators
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Tricia Malott
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Marissa
Access Services
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