Dementia Care, Legacy & Community Along Your Social Work Journey

In this episode of the Remember Me Series, Claire Culp, SenioRx Coordinator at the Central Alabama Aging Consortium, joins the Goddesses of Social Work Podcast to share her journey into aging services and her passion for improving access to life-saving medications for older adults. From ensuring safe and affordable prescriptions to advocating for clients and their families, Claire’s leadership in the SenioRx program highlights the vital role of coordinated care in honoring our elders. This conversation also explores the excitement of hosting the upcoming Remember Me documentary screening and community gathering at CAAC on November 1st, 2025.Contact The ADRC Line Here:334-240-4670Learn More About ADRC Here:Home - CAACRegister for The Remember Me Film Screening and Community Gathering Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1588469818989?aff=oddtdtcreatorFind more of Renita's offerings here:https://linktr.ee/illuminatedexpressionsInterested in Mastering Your Therapeutic Techniques for Dementia Caregivers?https://gamma.app/docs/Interested-in-Mastering-Your-Therapeutic-Techniques-for-Dementia--7fnyf5ydeq70qd5Goddess of Social Work Earrings - Etsyhttps://www.etsy.com/listing/1183285270/goddess-of-social-work-earrings

In this episode of the Goddesses of Social Work Podcast, host Renita Ray Davis sits down with Dr. Jenny Reed, social worker, author, and public health advocate, to discuss her powerful book, The African American Parent: Rethinking Sexual Health Communication.Together, we explore the cultural, faith, and family influences that shape conversations about sexual health in African American households. Dr. Reed shares key insights from her research, the barriers that often prevent open communication, and practical ways social workers and public health professionals can help bridge these gaps.Whether you’re working with families, supporting teens, or navigating these conversations in your own life, this episode offers tools, understanding, and inspiration, all along your social work journey.The African American Parent: Rethinking Sexual Health CommunicationBuy It Here:https://a.co/d/4nHwaWzFind more of Renita's offerings here:https://linktr.ee/illuminatedexpressionsInterested in Mastering Your Therapeutic Techniques for Dementia Caregivers?https://gamma.app/docs/Interested-in-Mastering-Your-Therapeutic-Techniques-for-Dementia--7fnyf5ydeq70qd5Goddess of Social Work Earrings - Etsyhttps://www.etsy.com/listing/1183285270/goddess-of-social-work-earrings

In this special Remember Me Series episode, Executive Director Yolanda Evans of the Central Alabama Aging Consortium joins the Goddesses of Social Work Podcast to share her journey of service, leadership, and advocacy for Alabama’s aging community. From building programs that empower older adults to coordinating care that supports families and caregivers, Yolanda’s work reflects the heart of “honoring our elders.” Join us as we explore how coordinated care creates lasting impact along the social work journey.Register for the Remember Me screening and community gathering here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/remember-me-documentary-community-gathering-tickets-1588469818989?aff=oddtdtcreatorLearn more about CAAC here:Home - CAACFind more of Renita's offerings here:https://linktr.ee/illuminatedexpressionsInterested in Mastering Your Therapeutic Techniques for Dementia Caregivers?https://gamma.app/docs/Interested-in-Mastering-Your-Therapeutic-Techniques-for-Dementia--7fnyf5ydeq70qd5Goddess of Social Work Earrings - Etsyhttps://www.etsy.com/listing/1183285270/goddess-of-social-work-earrings

Sharise Nance, affectionately known as the Compassion Fatigue Lady, joins the Goddesses of Social Work Podcast to share how she found her way into the field. She explains why continuing education outside the profession is essential for staying inspired, and she breaks down the difference between compassion fatigue and empathic distress. Sharise also reveals why Entrepreneurial Roller Coaster by Darren Hardy is one of her favorite books.Find More of Sharise's Offerings Here:Www.sharisenance.comBooks - www.sharisenance.com/shopWww.theswagawards.com Www.swagfoundation.org Find more of Renita's offerings here:https://linktr.ee/illuminatedexpressionsInterested in Mastering Your Therapeutic Techniques for Dementia Caregivers?https://gamma.app/docs/Interested-in-Mastering-Your-Therapeutic-Techniques-for-Dementia--7fnyf5ydeq70qd5Goddess of Social Work Earrings - Etsyhttps://www.etsy.com/listing/1183285270/goddess-of-social-work-earrings

Reverend Sandra Ledyard, LCSW joins the Goddesses of Social Work podcast to discuss her social work journey, her experiences in the Azheimer's and Demenita space and shares why bringing your A-game will get you invited back for more. Find more of Reverend Ledyard's Offerings Here ~https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rsDkBmre7O0UQrxYeWYY3zF33huI961A/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=106649906143996117398&rtpof=true&sd=truehttps://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZZo3-bYTeNemtx2-ZKGqNSOCtX4KtKUt-alCneyZOZs/edit?usp=sharinghttps://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:b932bb06-6726-4552-a6b3-fd318846991fFind more of Renita's offerings here:https://linktr.ee/illuminatedexpressionsInterested in Mastering Your Therapeutic Techniques for Dementia Caregivers?https://gamma.app/docs/Interested-in-Mastering-Your-Therapeutic-Techniques-for-Dementia--7fnyf5ydeq70qd5Goddess of Social Work Earrings - Etsyhttps://www.etsy.com/listing/1183285270/goddess-of-social-work-earrings

Nurse and educator Veronica McKenzie, RN, MSN, BC-D Ed joins the Goddesses of Social Work podcast to share her journey from Tuskegee graduate to founder of the Successful Living Center, a dementia-specific adult day program. She discusses culturally responsive care, aging with dignity, and leading with faith, legacy, and love.Find More About Veronica McKenzie here:www.successfullivingcenter.orgEvent mentioned during the podcast:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/finding-your-laughter-using-humor-as-a-tool-in-dementia-care-tickets-1458849641549?aff=oddtdtcreatorFind more of Renita's offerings here:https://linktr.ee/illuminatedexpressionsInterested in Mastering Your Therapeutic Techniques for Dementia Caregivers?https://gamma.app/docs/Interested-in-Mastering-Your-Therapeutic-Techniques-for-Dementia--7fnyf5ydeq70qd5Goddess of Social Work Earrings - Etsyhttps://www.etsy.com/listing/1183285270/goddess-of-social-work-earrings

Monica Barnes, Alabama Cares Coordinator at the Central Alabama Aging Consortium, joins the Goddesses of Social Work Podcast to share her journey supporting caregivers across Alabama. With deep experience in dementia education, aging services, and community outreach, Monica offers heartfelt stories, practical insights, and a powerful reminder: caregivers deserve care, too.Find More About Alabama Cares here:Caregiver Assistance – Alabama Department of Senior ServicesFind more of Renita's offerings here:https://linktr.ee/illuminatedexpressionsInterested in Mastering Your Therapeutic Techniques for Dementia Caregivers?https://gamma.app/docs/Interested-in-Mastering-Your-Therapeutic-Techniques-for-Dementia--7fnyf5ydeq70qd5Goddess of Social Work Earrings - Etsyhttps://www.etsy.com/listing/1183285270/goddess-of-social-work-earrings

Princella Seymour, MSW, Author, CEO, and Founder at Complete Elder Solutions and known as America’s Solutionist for the Aging Community, joins the Goddesses of Social Work Podcast to talk about her new book, Everything You Need to Know About Me. Princella reminds us that it is never too early to prepare for aging, and it might even be an act of love towards your family if you do. Find more about Princella Seymour's work and her new book Everything You Need To Know About Me here:https://www.completeeldersolutions.com/https://www.amazon.com/Everything-You-Need-Know-About/dp/B0F9FSKNBBFind more of Renita's offerings here:https://linktr.ee/illuminatedexpressionsInterested in Mastering Your Therapeutic Techniques for Dementia Caregivers?https://gamma.app/docs/Interested-in-Mastering-Your-Therapeutic-Techniques-for-Dementia--7fnyf5ydeq70qd5Goddess of Social Work Earrings - Etsyhttps://www.etsy.com/listing/1183285270/goddess-of-social-work-earrings

Join host Renita Ray-Davis as she delves into heartfelt conversations with award-winning filmmaker and bestselling author C. Nathaniel Brown on the Goddesses of Social Work podcast. This episode highlights Brown's transformative journey through storytelling in the fight against dementia stigma. As the founder of Exposed Dementia, Inc., Brown shares how he uses media, art, and personal narratives to educate and empower communities. Listeners will discover the impact of his award-winning documentaries, including Remember Me, and learn how embracing our unique stories can inspire change and foster connection. Perfect for social workers, caregivers, and anyone passionate about storytelling, this episode invites you to reflect on the essentials of sharing your voice and creating meaningful conversations around dementia and caregiving.Find more of C. Nathaniel Brown's here:www.ExposeDementia.orgFind more of Renita's offerings here:https://linktr.ee/illuminatedexpressionsInterested in Mastering Your Therapeutic Techniques for Dementia Caregivers?https://gamma.app/docs/Interested-in-Mastering-Your-Therapeutic-Techniques-for-Dementia--7fnyf5ydeq70qd5Goddess of Social Work Earrings - Etsyhttps://www.etsy.com/listing/1183285270/goddess-of-social-work-earrings

In this powerful episode of the Goddesses of Social Work podcast, we sit down with Christie Ackmann, LCSW, whose approach to healing weaves together mindfulness, compassion, and deep social awareness. Christie shares her personal and professional journey, reflecting on how Buddhist philosophy informs her practice and how it has helped her reframe the way we understand suffering and mental health.We explore the complex intersection of mental illness vs. social illness, examining how systems of oppression, disconnection, and cultural narratives can shape what we pathologize — and what we ignore. Christie also offers rich insight on the importance of belonging in the healing process, and how cultivating connection can be one of the most radical tools in our social work toolbox.Find more of Renita's offerings here:https://linktr.ee/illuminatedexpressionsInterested in Mastering Your Therapeutic Techniques for Dementia Caregivers?https://gamma.app/docs/Interested-in-Mastering-Your-Therapeutic-Techniques-for-Dementia--7fnyf5ydeq70qd5Goddess of Social Work Earrings - Etsyhttps://www.etsy.com/listing/1183285270/goddess-of-social-work-earrings