Parenting is a challenge and most of us are learning as we go. Dad Guild is here to help us find our way on this journey. Our mission is to support and empower anyone who identifies as a father by offering opportunities for connection, education, and community engagement.
Everyone's parenting needs are unique. We know we don't have all the answers, but we believe in the power of community. We invite you to join us as we share our stories and learn from one another. This is Dad Pod.
Dan Castrigano chats with Nye Adamkowski, Family Services Coordinator at Green Mountain Habitat for Humanity.
Dan and Nye discuss Green Mountain Habitat for Humanity's mission, the application process for prospective homebuyers, volunteer hours required to purchase a home, the shared equity model of homeownership, the availability of current and upcoming homes, and much more.
To learn more about Green Mountain Habitat for Humanity, visit vermonthabitat.org. (https://vermonthabitat.org)
To get in touch with Nye, email familyservicescoordinator@vermonthabitat.org.
21 Aug 2026
Sun Safety [Episode 32]
Dan Castrigano discusses sun safety with Dr. Santana VanDyke, UVM Health Dermatologist and Assistant Professor at the Larner College of Medicine.
Dan and Dr. VanDyke talk about sunscreen, sun protective clothing, "base tans," U.S. regulation of sunscreen ingredients, the UV index, signs of skin cancer, and much more.
Thank you to members of the Dad Guild community who submitted questions and ideas for this podcast, including Alex Melville, David Runge, Sky Sandoval, Hyrum Erdman, David Pozo, Sarah Caliendo, Kate McClusky, Tony Liberatore, Bruno Ghersi Chavez, Nate Billings, Thomas DeSisto, and others.
11 Aug 2026
Caring for Aging Loved Ones [Episode 31]
Dan Castrigano discusses taking care of aging loved ones with Age Well Caregiver Support Specialists Lauren Hemond and Jennifer Harbison.
Lauren and Jennifer share tips for initiating conversations with our aging loved ones, describe the signs of dementia and Alzheimer's, and outline important paperwork that helps families navigate caregiving.
To contact your Area Agency on Aging in Vermont, call (800) 642-5119.
Resources:
Age Well Website (https://www.agewellvt.org/)
Interactive Map - Residents Age 60 Years and Over (Source: U.S. Census Bureau)
The 8 A's of Dementia Fact Sheet (Source: Alzheimer's Society of Timmins-Porcupine District)
Vermont Advance Directives Information (Source: Vermont Ethics Network)
Appointment of a Health Care Agent Form (Source: Vermont Ethics Network)
Vermont Advance Directive for Health Care - Short Form (Source: Vermont Ethics Network)
Vermont Advance Directive for Health Care - Long Form (Source: Vermont Ethics Network)
Clinician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (COLST) Information (Source: Vermont Ethics Network)
Power of Attorney Information (https://vtlawhelp.org/financial-power-of-attorney) (Source: Vermont Legal Aid)
Power of Attorney Form (Source: Vermont Legal Aid)
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