Hosts: Kristie King and Antonia Harbin

Guest: Dr. Mary K. Clark

• Why many people don't identify themselves as caregivers
• The importance of asking for help—and accepting it
• Recognizing caregiver burnout before it impacts your health
• How to build a caregiving team and delegate responsibilities
• Where to find local caregiving resources and support
• Why self-care is essential, not optional, for caregivers
• The growing national recognition of family caregivers and their impact

• Your local Area Agency on Aging
• AARP Caregiving Resources
• Caregiver Action Network
• Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
• Southeast Michigan Senior Regional Collaborative (SRC)

Senior Regional Collaborative (SRC)
www.semisrc.org
info@miseniors.org | ☎ 888-341-8593

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Hosts: Kristie King and Antonia Harbin

Guest:Dr. Marilyn French Hubbard

Together, they explore:

• The emotional realities of family caregiving
• Why caregiving conversations often happen too late
• The importance of advance care planning and family communication
• Caregiving within faith communities
• Intergenerational caregiving and storytelling
• Reducing fear around aging, illness, and end-of-life conversations
• The impact of the Living Our Legacy Family Caregiving Leadership Program

Dr. Hubbard also discusses how churches and communities can become trusted spaces for caregiving preparation, support, and healing — reframing caregiving not as crisis, but as stewardship, love, and legacy.

This episode is a powerful reminder that caregiving is not just about preparing for death, but about learning how to live fully, intentionally, and in community.

• Living Our Legacy Family Caregiving Leadership Program
• Henry Ford Health
• Neighborhood Legal Services Michigan Elder Law and Advocacy Center
• Advance care planning resources
• Faith-based caregiving ministries

Senior Regional Collaborative (SRC)
www.semisrc.org
info@miseniors.org | ☎ 888-341-8593

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Hosts: Kristie King and Antonia Harbin

Guests: Sarah Arena and Chris Wilson

This conversation explores:

• The hidden risks and warning signs related to falls
• How caregivers can help reduce fall risks at home
• The emotional impact and fear cycle surrounding falls
• Home modifications and safety strategies
• Technology and tools that support aging safely
• Michigan 2-1-1 fall prevention resources
• The work of the Michigan Falls Prevention Coalition

Whether you’re a caregiver, family member, healthcare professional, or simply planning for the future, this episode offers practical guidance and compassionate insight on supporting loved ones safely and confidently.

• Michigan Falls Prevention Coalition
• Michigan 2-1-1
• Oakland University
• CDC Fall Prevention Planning Tool
• Community exercise and wellness programs
• Physical and occupational therapy services

Senior Regional Collaborative (SRC)
www.semisrc.org
info@miseniors.org | ☎ 888-341-8593

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Hosts:: Kristie King and Antonia Harbin-Lamb

Guest:Velisa Perry

Together, they explore:

• The emotional realities of caregiving
• Caring for yourself while caring for others
• How oral health impacts overall health and wellbeing
• Barriers to dental care in underserved communities
• Building trust through community relationships
• The importance of education, prevention, and representation in healthcare
• The work of the Wayne County Oral Health Coalition and the Oral Health Mobile Museum

Velisa’s story is a powerful reminder that caregiving can transform not only the lives of those we care for, but also our own purpose and calling.

• Wayne County Oral Health Coalition
• United Health Organization
• Wayne County Community College District
• Oral Health Mobile Museum
• Youth oral health career programs
• WC OHC Website: wcohc.org

Senior Regional Collaborative (SRC)
www.semisrc.org
info@miseniors.org | ☎ 888-341-8593

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Hosts: Kristie King and Antonia Harbin-Lamb

Guest: Mark Harris

This episode dives into:

• Men’s health and breaking stigma around asking for help
• Faith, strength, and navigating difficult diagnoses
• The role of caregivers in supporting loved ones while caring for themselves
• Community, wellness, and building healthier habits across generations
• Finding purpose and kindness through adversity

Mark’s honesty, wisdom, and lived experience offer encouragement for caregivers, survivors, advocates, and anyone navigating life’s unexpected challenges.

• Prostate cancer awareness
• Caregiving and family support
• Men’s mental and physical health
• Faith and healing
• Preventative healthcare
• Community wellness
• Black health disparities
• Caregiver resilience
• Navigating grief and loss
• Health advocacy

• University of Michigan Cancer Programs
• Cancer support groups
• Preventative health screenings
• Community wellness initiatives

Senior Regional Collaborative (SRC)
www.semisrc.org
info@miseniors.org | ☎ 888-341-8593

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Host: Kristie King and Antonia Harbin-Lamb

Key Topics Covered:

The Michigan Health Endowment Fund’s mission and healthy aging work

Why caregivers are essential to supporting older adults

Innovative approaches to respite care and caregiver support

Partnerships driving statewide impact and systemic change

The importance of community voice and flexibility in funding

Redefining how we identify and support caregivers

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This episode highlights powerful moments from past guests whose stories continue to inspire:

⭐ Dr. Gwen Graddy – PACE Southeast Michigan (Episode 43)
Exploring holistic care and the importance of supporting older adults through comprehensive services and community connection.

⭐ Harlan Bivens – Care from Behind the Chair (Episode 27)
A conversation about caregiving, connection, and how everyday spaces — even a barber chair — can become places of support and healing.

⭐ Dr. Zippy Abla – The Science of Happiness: Cultivating Joy as a Caregiver (Part 1) (Episode 36)
Discussing practical ways caregivers can prioritize joy, wellbeing, and resilience while navigating the demands of caregiving.

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Guest: Dr. Amanda Leggett, PhD, FGSA

Together, they discuss:

How caregiving styles impact stress, burnout, and quality of life

Why caregivers should never feel like they have to do everything alone

The importance of building a support team early

How families can better navigate dementia care together

This episode offers insight, validation, and encouragement for caregivers at every stage of their journey.

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