Who will help care for you as you get older?

In this episode we explore the transformative role of being a caregiver through the stories of three individuals: Ugochi, Joel, and Dawnita.

Despite unique challenges, these caregivers demonstrate unwavering commitment and support in caring for their parents. Let's take a peek into their daily routines, emotional journeys, and and find out how they avoid burnout while balancing other life responsibilities.

From Ugochi's hands-on care for her Nigerian immigrant parents to Joel's tender moments with his mother living with dementia, and Dawnita's establishment of support networks for black daughter caregivers, this episode highlights the resilience and resourcefulness required in caregiving.

Listen and gain real insights into the unseen lives of caregivers and find hope and inspiration in their stories.

Here are a few highlights from this episode:

00:45 Meet the Caregivers: Ugochi's Story

07:23 Joel's Journey: A Son's Dedication

11:08 Dawnita's Experience: Balancing Life, Career and Care

13:16 Strategies for Avoiding Caregiver Burnout

15:00 The Importance of a Support System - Sage Collective's New Program

20:10 Coping with Family Dynamics

22:16 Resources and Final Thoughts

RESOURCES:

• Dawnita’s organization: https://heycaregiver.com/binti-circle/

• Ugochi recommends: https://www.helpathome.com/

• Check with your city’s Department of Aging for additional resources.

Also, Sage Collective recently launched a comprehensive Caregiver Support Group. Learn more here: https://sagecollective.org/sage-advice/caregiver-support/

A healthy, sexual relationship is still possible later in life!

Welcome to Season 2 of Sage Advice Vibrant Living, the Podcast. Kicking things off is a candid conversation about how couples can maintain a strong connection and keep their love vibrant as they age.

Ministers Michael and Larraine Forrester and octogenarians Lizzie and Frank share insights on the evolving nature of love and intimacy.

The Forresters share some of their personal story and give advice on reigniting the sexual spark through mental and physical connection, while Lizzie and Frank's story emphasizes enduring love and communication.

The episode encourages couples to stay connected at every stage and age.

Here are a few highlights from this episode:

00:28 The Changing Dynamics of Love and Intimacy

02:00 Meet the Forresters: Rekindling the Spark

04:53 Challenges and Triumphs in Relationships

06:33 Communication: The Key to Lasting Love

08:56 Lizzie and Frank: A Love Story for the Ages

12:44 The True Meaning of Intimacy

14:47 Wisdom on Love and Relationships

To learn more about Michael and Larraine Forrester’s work, go here:

Work Book: https://armbookstore.square.site/

Website: https://www.arelationshipministry.com/

To connect with Sage Collective and learn more about the programs they offer to older adults, visit https://sagecollective.org

Welcome back to Sage Advice: Vibrant Living, the podcast that’s redefining what it means to age well. We’re here to shift the narrative—because aging is not a disease; it’s an incredible part of our life journey.

This season, we’re bringing you thought-provoking conversations with trailblazers who embody vibrant living, including Actress Tina Lifford, Dr. Ian Smith, Author Elizabeth White, Raw Food Pioneer Karyn Calabrese, International Vocalist Ugochi Nwaogwugwu, and more!

Together, we’ll explore relationships, money, caregiving, health, sex and how to thrive as you get older.

Get ready for deep insights and actionable strategies to help you live boldly at any age. Subscribe now and join us for Season 2 of Sage Advice: Vibrant Living—where wisdom meets possibility!

🎙️ New episodes dropping 2/14/25.Visit http://sagecollective.org