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The Hidden Heroes: Ugochi, Joel and Dawnita Pull Back the Curtain on their Caregiving Journey

Release Date: 02/21/2025

How to Thrive as You Age: A Conversation with Actress Tina Lifford

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In this episode, we sit down with Tina Lifford, the celebrated actress known for her role as Aunt Vi on 'Queen Sugar.' Beyond her acting accolades, Tina is a mentor and author who champions the concept of 'Inner Fitness'. Tina shares her journey of overcoming fear, embracing self-compassion, and redefining purpose throughout life's transitions. Tina also unpacks her Inner Fitness Project, a wellness initiative aimed at helping people manage their mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. The episode delves into practical steps for living fully alive, the power of self-kindness,...

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Sage Advice Vibrant Living, the Podcast

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The Hidden Heroes: Ugochi, Joel and Dawnita Pull Back the Curtain on their Caregiving Journey

Sage Advice Vibrant Living, the Podcast

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...

Keeping the Spark Alive: Navigating Love, Sex and Intimacy as you Age

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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...

Season 2 Trailer - Premieres Friday, February 14, 2025

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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/

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