The Caregiver Community

The Caregiver Community

In “The Caregiver Community,” hosted by Frances Hall, we are holding conversations about the challenges and joys of caring for our aging parents and for ourselves. Frances talks about the “graying of America’ and “the silver tsunami” and how our nation’s changing demographics are impacting families, adult child caregivers, and businesses. We also talk about our personal experiences as adult child caregivers - what we need to know in order to be balanced and informed caregivers, what we are learning from our journey with our parents about aging and about ourselves, and advice we wish someone had told us when we began our journeys. If you are juggling the needs of spouses, children, step-children, pets, work, and volunteer activities with the needs of parents and in-laws, this show is for you!
Understanding the Emotional Side of Downsizing and Moving On
The Caregiver CommunityAugust 21, 202600:38:41

Understanding the Emotional Side of Downsizing and Moving On

Families often think of downsizing as a practical task—sorting belongings, packing boxes, and deciding what stays and what goes. But for older adults, the process is often much more personal. Every ro...

Beyond DNA: What Really Influences Aging, Longevity, and Caregiving with Dr. Amandita Johnson, DHSc
The Caregiver CommunityAugust 07, 202600:33:01

Beyond DNA: What Really Influences Aging, Longevity, and Caregiving with Dr. Amandita Johnson, DHSc

When we think about aging, we often focus on genetics and medical conditions. Yet where we live, work, connect with others, and access healthcare may have an even greater impact on health and longevit...

Your Loved One is in the Hospital: A Doctor’s Advice for Family Caregivers with Dr. Bibhusan Basnet, eHealthyInfo
The Caregiver CommunityJune 12, 202600:25:33

Your Loved One is in the Hospital: A Doctor’s Advice for Family Caregivers with Dr. Bibhusan Basnet, eHealthyInfo

When a loved one is hospitalized, family caregivers often find themselves overwhelmed, worried, and unsure of what to do next. In this episode, host Karen Summey, ACAPcommunity is joined by Dr. Bibhus...

Helping Aging Parents Stay Independent through Movement & Nutrition with Senior TLC
The Caregiver CommunityApril 03, 202600:52:28

Helping Aging Parents Stay Independent through Movement & Nutrition with Senior TLC

Ask any person over the age of 65, and they’ll tell you they’re losing muscle mass and strength – quickly! In fact, adults can lose 3-8% of their muscle mass every decade after the age of 30! That’s w...

a production of