Ron Turner interviews Sherry Wilson, Executive Director of Community Action of Southeast Iowa, about poverty’s impact on families in Des Moines, Henry, Lee, and Louisa counties. Wilson highlights struggles with housing, food insecurity, energy costs, healthcare, and transportation in rural areas. She explains how programs like Head Start, LIHEAP, WIC, housing assistance, and family development services help families achieve stability. Wilson shares success stories, stresses community partnerships and volunteers, and emphasizes respect and dignity for clients. Her vision is to expand resources and strengthen support systems to reduce poverty across Southeast Iowa. (https://caofseia.org)
Original airdate: 10/12/2025
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Ron joined K-LOVE in 2023 and he covers Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Wisconsin, portions of NE and NJ, including major markets Chicago, Detroit, and Philadelphia.