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

The final episode in Season 1 of Sage Vibrant Living, the Podcast is a masterclass on storytelling led by a master storyteller.

Donald Brooks Jones is an author and the co-founder of Alchemy Media Publishing. He explores why storytelling matters and provides practical advice for anyone looking to tell their own stories.

From establishing the discipline of writing to distinguishing between autobiography and memoir, this discussion aims to inspire listeners to document and share their life experiences.

Here are a few highlights from this episode:

02:00 The Essence of Storytelling: Starting Your Journey

02:53 Crafting Your Story: Techniques and Discipline

04:34 Overcoming Writing Challenges: Alternatives and Solutions

06:20 Memoir vs. Autobiography: Finding Your Story's Focus

08:06 Don Jones Shares His Personal Story

12:49 Writing Techniques and Story Types Explored

20:07 The Impact of Storytelling and Final Thoughts

Visit Alchemy Media Publishing and learn more about Don’s book Little Did I Know: The Coming of Age of a Black Boomer here.

This original digital content was developed for Sage AdviceⓇ the official “experience” platform of Sage Collective. Amplifying stories like this, is what Sage Collective is all about. Are YOU living vibrantly? Visit sagecollective.org and click Contact Us so we can get to know each other.

This episode features the inspiring story of Dr. Geneva Williams, a Vibrant Living Expert who, in her mid-70s, continues to lead a dynamic and impactful life.

Despite facing profound personal loss, including her husband and parents, she embarked on a transformative journey, reinventing herself as an entrepreneur in her late sixties. Her story challenges societal misconceptions about aging, promotes lifelong learning, and encourages older adults to pursue dreams, and embrace new challenges—demonstrating that it’s never too late to start anew.

Here are a few highlights from this episode:

01:24 A Legacy of Impact: Dr. Geneva's Inspirational Family Story

05:10 The Power of Storytelling in Overcoming Grief

09:01 Embracing Vibrancy at Any Age: Dr. Geneva's Mission

15:35 Finding Resilience Through Personal Loss

19:14 Becoming a beauty pageant winner, late in life

24:23 The Vibrantpreneur's Call to Action

Resources:

Dr. Geneva's website is: https://drgenevaspeaks.com

The book Dr. Geneva wrote with her dad is available on Amazon: Justice on the Jersey Shore: How Earnon K. Jones Ignited Change and Won.

This original digital content was developed for Sage AdviceⓇ the official “experience” platform of Sage Collective. Amplifying stories like this, is what Sage Collective is all about. Are YOU living vibrantly? Visit sagecollective.org and click Contact Us so we can get to know each other.

This episode features two passionate storytellers who believe that advocating for yourself or others is one of the most powerful ways to ensure a vibrant life at any age.

Emilie McKendall is a retired Chicago radio personality now residing in Florida. She shares how she is advocating for a proactive approach towards health care rather than a reactive, 'sick care' system.

Dwain Kyles, General Counsel for Sage Collective, shares poignant family stories to emphasize the vital need for advocacy, particularly for those unable to do so for themselves.

The episode also highlights systemic and cultural barriers to proper care for the elderly, advocating for a more inclusive, supportive community that values intergenerational connections and utilizes technology to reduce isolation.

Overall, the episode is a powerful call to action for self-advocacy, community support, and a healthier, more empowered approach to aging.

Here are some episode highlights:

01:01 Emilie McKendall: Your health matters. Speak up!

03:18 Exploring non-traditional health care alternatives

06:10 Dwain Kyle's Journey: From Civil Rights to Senior Advocacy

10:22 Sage Collective: Pioneering Advocacy for Older Adults

13:51 Intergenerational Bonds: Strengthening Communities

This original digital content was developed for Sage AdviceⓇ the official “experience” platform of Sage Collective. Amplifying stories like this, is what Sage Collective is all about. Are YOU living vibrantly? Visit sagecollective.org and click Contact Us so we can get to know each other.

Our featured storyteller in this episode is retired physician Dr. Cheryl Woodson. She shares her “joy journey,” and how she’s prioritizing vibrant living through high-intensity training, writing, and redefining personal relationships.

You’ll also hear about her vibrant, 97-year-old Aunt Terri who continues to be an inspiration in Dr. Woodson’s life.

Here are some highlights from this episode:

03:04 Redefining Relationships and Embracing Joy at 60

05:10 Physical Activity and Challenging Age Stereotypes

06:13 Learning from the Elderly: Wisdom and Wellness

10:23 The Power of Storytelling and Family History

11:54 Embracing Creativity: Dr. Woodson's Writing Journey

13:22 Advocacy, Aging Excellently, and Final Thoughts

Visit Dr. Woodson’s website at https://DrCherylWoodson.com

Check out her books:

To Survive Caregiving - https://amzn.to/3Jec38Z

The Doctor is IN - https://amzn.to/3VUqHKi

What the Mirror Sees (under pen name Teria Robens) - https://bit.ly/3TQAQF3

Dear Lauren, Love Mom - https://amzn.to/3UcGMJX

This original digital content was developed for Sage AdviceⓇ the official “experience” platform of Sage Collective. Amplifying stories like this, is what Sage Collective is all about. Are YOU living vibrantly? Visit sagecollective.org and click Contact Us so we can get to know each other.

Alfred Edmond, Jr. is the storyteller featured in this episode. At 64, he's defying the typical health issues that affect far too many Black men of his age.

From avoiding doctors to becoming a competitive bodybuilder and health enthusiast, Alfred boldly lives out his mantra that "health is wealth."

Listen as he emphasizes the importance of living longer (and healthier) to enhance your earning capacity and shares how early discovery of his prostate cancer reinforced his health commitment.

Alfred's story also touches on the impact of ageism, the importance of financial planning for life beyond retirement and his role as a mentor and influencer.

Alfred is a long-time executive at Black Enterprise, one of the nation's premiere media companies.

Here are some highlights from this episode:

00:46 The Intersection of Health and Wealth in the Black Community

02:47 Alfred's Early Struggles and Wake-Up Call to Health

13:42 Breaking the Time-Money Equation: Strategies for Sustainable Wealth

15:49 Embracing Age with Purpose and Passion

17:11 Sage Advice for Living Vibrantly at Any Age

This original digital content was developed for Sage AdviceⓇ the official “experience” platform of Sage Collective. Amplifying stories like this, is what Sage Collective is all about. Are YOU living vibrantly? Visit sagecollective.org and click Contact Us so we can get to know each other.