The Caregiver Community

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 why this podcast will address the body’s progression as we age – and how caregivers can help their aging loved ones stay fit well into their senior years.  Joining our host Karen Summey, MA, ACAPcommunity Project Manager and Podcast Host, Active Family Caregiver is Meg Picklesimer, Registered Dietician and Jason White, Physical Therapy Assistant, from Senior TLC For information on additional podcasts, FREE in-person programs for care partners (caregivers), and more, please visit the ACAPcommunity website here. [https://www.acapcommunity.org.]   No chapter in your area? Stay tuned! ACAP is growing nationwide. Check our website [https://www.acapcommunity.org.] often for a chapter near you. Meanwhile, we hope you'll take advantage of our audio podcast archive, our YouTube archive, and more.   This episode of The Caregiver Community is made possible by our podcast sponsor, Senior TLC in Newton, NC [https://www.seniortlc-hickory.org], and sustaining partner EveryAge. [https://everyage.org/]

Caregivers’ Guide to the Body, Mobility, and DME with Bill Price, Mobility Scooters and More

Loss of mobility can happen gradually or suddenly, making everyday activities more challenging for older adults and the families who support them. In this podcast, join host Karen Summey, MA, ACAPcommunity Project Manager and Podcast Host, Active Family Caregiver and Mr. Bill Price, Owner, Mobility Scooters and More, Roswell, GA as they explore how to recognize when it may be time to consider mobility solutions and how to assess changing physical needs and limitations. Learn about common types of durable medical equipment (DME)—such as canes, walkers, wheelchairs, and other assistive devices—and how to select options that promote safety, independence, and quality of life. Experts share practical guidance to help caregivers and their families make informed decisions with confidence.  Click here to view the slides from this episode! [https://acapcommunity.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ACAP_Podcast_Slides_260310.pdf] For information on additional podcasts, FREE in-person programs for care partners (caregivers), and more, please visit the ACAPcommunity website here. [https://www.acapcommunity.org.]   No chapter in your area? Stay tuned! ACAP is growing nationwide. Check our website [https://www.acapcommunity.org.] often for a chapter near you. Meanwhile, we hope you'll take advantage of our audio podcast archive, our YouTube archive, and more.   This episode of The Caregiver Community is made possible by our podcast sponsor, Senior TLC in Newton, NC [https://www.seniortlc-hickory.org], and sustaining partner EveryAge. [https://everyage.org/]

Aging Life Care Managers: When, Why, and How They Help with Tracy Johnson, Premier Care Management of Georgia

What exactly does an aging life care manager do—and when should families consider one? In this episode, host Karen Summey, ACAPcommunity [https://acapcommunity.org] and Ms. Tracy Johnson, RN, CCM, CDAL; Registered Nurse Care Consultant, Aging Life Care Professional, Certified Dementia Care Practitioner, and CEO of Premier Care Management of Georgia [https://www.premiercmga.com], break down the care management process, how it differs from home care, warning signs that care management may be needed, and how these services support caregivers, including those at a distance. You’ll also learn what care management assessments look like, what these services cost, and how care managers help families navigate complex aging challenges with confidence. For information on additional podcasts, FREE in-person programs for care partners (caregivers), and more, please visit the ACAPcommunity website here. [https://www.acapcommunity.org.]   No chapter in your area? Stay tuned! ACAP is growing nationwide. Check our website [https://www.acapcommunity.org.] often for a chapter near you. Meanwhile, we hope you'll take advantage of our audio podcast archive, our YouTube archive, and more.   This episode of The Caregiver Community is made possible by our podcast sponsor, Senior TLC in Newton, NC [https://www.seniortlc-hickory.org], and sustaining partner EveryAge. [https://everyage.org/]

Medication Management and Safety: More than Just Filling a Pill Box with Dr. DeLon Canterbury, GeriatRx, Inc.

More than 275,000 Americans die each year due to medication mismanagement, and 750 older adults are hospitalized every day from medication-related harm. And, on average, individual Americans waste about $6000 every year on unnecessary medications. In this episode, host Karen Summey, MA ACAPcommuntiy [https://acapcommunity.org] welcomes Dr. DeLon Canterbury, PharmD, BCGP, President/CEO of GeriatRx [https://share.google/SlHiVTqkqDvekTlZn], Inc. We take a look at overprescribing, medication safety, and practical advice for caregivers and their loved ones on how to manage this healthcare crisis. Please join us! For information on additional podcasts, FREE in-person programs for care partners (caregivers), and more, please visit the ACAPcommunity website here. [https://www.acapcommunity.org.]   No chapter in your area? Stay tuned! ACAP is growing nationwide. Check our website [https://www.acapcommunity.org.] often for a chapter near you. Meanwhile, we hope you'll take advantage of our audio podcast archive, our YouTube archive, and more.   This episode of The Caregiver Community is made possible by our podcast sponsor, PACE@Home in Newton, NC [https://www.pace-at-home.org/], and sustaining partner EveryAge. [https://everyage.org/]       Interviewer  Karen Summey, MA, ACAPcommunity Project Manager and Podcast Host, Active Family Caregiver

Art Therapy for Non-Artist Caregivers and Their Loved Ones with Angel Duncan, Registered Art Therapist

It’s a busy and stressful time of year! But all times of the year can be stressful for caregivers. While we can’t always change that, we can manage that stress a bit better by using creativity for self-care, in almost any environment. Specifically, we’re talking about art for non-artist caregivers and their loved ones. It’s the process of de-stressing that counts – not the result! Join Karen Summey, ACAPcommunity [https://www.acapcommunity.org./] and Angel Duncan [https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelcduncan/], PhD in Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), Registered Art Therapist (ATR) in this episode of The Caregiver Community! Check out the Shopping Guide referenced in this episode here! [https://acapcommunity.org/shopping-guide/] For information on additional podcasts, FREE in-person programs for care partners (caregivers), and more, please visit the ACAPcommunity website here. [https://www.acapcommunity.org.]   No chapter in your area? Stay tuned! ACAP is growing nationwide. Check our website [https://www.acapcommunity.org.] often for a chapter near you. Meanwhile, we hope you'll take advantage of our audio podcast archive, our YouTube archive, and more.   This episode of The Caregiver Community is made possible by our podcast sponsor, PACE@Home in Newton, NC [https://www.pace-at-home.org/], and sustaining partner EveryAge. [https://everyage.org/]