Take a listen: Catching Up with Chapel Haven hits the airwaves - new podcast

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There’s no doubt about it – our new podcast class with Ashley Cavaliere Namnoum and Tina Menchetti is loads of fun.

And the first edition of Catching Up with Chapel Haven, our new CHSC podcast, is out on Spotify. Take a listen here. The podcast episodes are also archived on our website for future listening!

The podcast includes:

Recipe and Song of the Week by Marc
Rudy talks about the PAVE program
Liam interviews Catherine Sullivan-DeCarlo, VP of Admissions and Marketing
Dylan and Marc interview Tina Menchetti about how the podcasting and voice-over classes got started and her 30-year career at CHSC

CHSC teamed up with Ashley, who is known to us as a Best Buddy during her years at Southern CT State University from 2006-2010 and a volunteer for Tina’s ceramics class earlier this year. Professionally, she is the National female voice and a National Imaging Producer for iHeartRadio. She isa voiceover professional whose voice can be heard on radio stations around the world, including many here in CT, like KC101, Country 925 and more!

You can read more about Ashley here

Stay tuned for more fun coverage on our new podcast and more news ahead about media arts classes!

Check out our new podcast!

CHAMP Committee invites all parents & caregivers: Sept. 15: Assistive Tech in Every Day Life

Monday, Sept. 15, 2025 | 6-7:30 p.m. EST

Caregiver/Guardian: How Everyday Tech can Support Independence and Safety

The CHAMP Committee cordially invites all parents and caregivers to a Sept. 15 virtual workshop on harnessing the power of assistive tech! This workshop is made possible by funds raised through our Great Give! Our presenter is Dr. Lauren Tucker, associate professor of special education at Southern CT State University and an expert in the field.

You don’t need a closet full of expensive gadgets to help your loved one live more independently—you might already have the tools at home. This session is all about discovering the hidden superpowers of everyday tech like iPads, smartphones, smart speakers (like Alexa or Google Home), and even wearable watches. Simple tech adjustments can empower your loved one to make choices, participate more actively in their day, and feel successful. RSVP and join us!

Dr. Tucker has been leading assistive tech training sessions for staff and adults at CHSC this summer. Check out some coverage here

RSVP Here