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Join me for a conversation with Aidan Park and Ben Gross of the YAY Foundation and learn about the healing power of laughter for those dealing with drug abuse, depression and physical health issues.
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In this episode we learn about the great work that the folks at the YAY Foundation do here in Durango and other parts of the country. The YAY foundation, a non-profit organization uses comedy and the healing power of laughter to help people dealing with drug addiction, depression and physical health issues by making these tough conversations more approachable. Joining me in the studio today is Aidan Park who founded YAY in 2022 and Ben Gross, Program Director. Aidan Park who is now also a professional actor and comedian has experienced life as an immigrant, homelessness, depression, drug abuse and being gay and HIV positive and has used these experiences which help him understand the struggles of others to create an inclusive organization that believes in the ability to heal. In addition to corporate consulting the YAY Foundation works closely with other community groups such as The Special Olympics, Durango Arts Center, Sky Ute Casino, Four Corners Alliance, Sober Water, St Marks Episcopal Church locally and reaches communities in Farmington, Salida and Fort Collins as well. In addition to all of this Aidan is a Best Selling author of the book called The Art of Being YAY! We also speak about the exciting upcoming event on Saturday March 8th when they’ll be hosting a comedy night called “Stand Up For Recovery” at the American Legion at 878 East Second Avenue from 7-10pm. This will feature Durango Community members in substance abuse recovery who will each perform a 5 minute stand up comedy set after having taken a free weeklong workshop. Friends, family and the community are invited to attend and learn about the healing power of humor. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased on their website at www.theyayfoundation.org. You can find out more about their mission and other events that the YAY Foundation hosts in the community.
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