Housing for Good

This week on Housing for Good, Chris welcomes Juven Nava, Director of Community Outreach and Communications at Grace Med Wichita. They talk about the vital role Grace Med plays in improving community health across Kansas — from its network of clinics to the outreach programs that ensure care reaches those who need it most. Tune in to learn how healthcare access and community partnerships can build stronger, healthier neighborhoods.

In this episode of Housing for Good, Chris and Karolyn reflect on the recent McPherson County Housing Conference, sharing key takeaways, highlights, and insights from the event. Tune in to hear what stood out, what inspired them, and how the discussions will help shape local housing efforts moving forward.

When families face tough times, even small essentials can make a big impact. On this episode of Housing for Good, Kristi Fowler from St. Anne’s Episcopal Church shares how their “Clean Closet” is filling an important need in the community.

This week, Chris and Karolyn talk with Brennon Randa, a McPherson-based architect. They dive into a wide range of housing topics, including affordable housing, design strategies, land acquisition, and building stronger communities.

On this week’s Housing for Good podcast, Chris and Karolyn speak with Christine English-Baird, Co-Chair of the Kansas Statewide Homeless Coalition. As a leader with lived experience, Christine brings invaluable perspective to the conversation around homelessness and housing equity.
Her story underscores why centering lived experience is critical to developing effective, community-driven solutions.

In this episode of Housing for Good, Chris sits down with Samantha Wood from the National Alliance to End Homelessness. Samantha shares her passion for bringing people together to fight for housing equity and highlights the Alliance’s work to create lasting solutions to homelessness. From policy advocacy to community action, this conversation explores what it really takes to ensure everyone has a safe and stable place to call home.

Mortgages can be complicated, but you don’t have to face them alone. In Episode 60 of Housing for Good, Chris sits down with mortgage specialist Kenan Warren, who helps homeowners and buyers navigate the twists and turns of financing.
From understanding different loan options to knowing when refinancing makes sense, Kenan offers straightforward guidance to help you feel less overwhelmed and more prepared for one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make.

Every veteran’s journey home looks different, but access to safe housing and supportive programs can make all the difference. This week on Housing for Good, Chris and Karolyn welcome Jeff Herndon from the Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center in Wichita. Together, they explore the housing resources and supportive programs available to veterans, and how these services are making a real impact in the lives of those who served.

On this week’s episode of Housing for Good, Chris and Karolyn sit down with Sara and Summer, nurse care managers at the McPherson Center for Health. Together, they talk about the important connection between healthcare and housing, and how the two go hand in hand when it comes to building stronger, healthier communities.

This week on Housing for Good, Chris and Karolyn sit down with Sheila Plooster of Churches United in Ministry to explore the organization’s powerful impact. From vital resources to compassionate support, discover how they’re making a real difference in our community.