All Home Care Matters

All Home Care Matters was honored to welcome best selling author, certified Leadership Coach, and Human Behavior Communication Expert Velma Knowles as guest to the show.

Velma Knowles is originally from Nassau, Bahamas. At the start of Velma's career she helped to build the conservation legacy of the Bahamas. It was there that she learned the systematic approach to creating a culture of belonging where people feel valued.

During this interview Velma shares her own personal story and experience of helping to care for her mother who was diagnosed with dementia and we discuss how her professional background had helped when caring for her mother.

All Home Care Matters was honored to welcome the founding members of the Caregiving Support Network as guests to the show to learn more about how they're helping to support and change lives of family caregivers.

The Caregiving Support Network was started in 2022 to lift the everyday burdens of caregiving off the shoulders of unpaid family caregivers who are struggling. This nonprofit ministry works to create a world where every caregiver feels relief from the burnout associated with caring for a loved one with a disability.

The Network helps them every step of the way on their journey, and caregivers know that they have a lifeline of support. The ultimate goal is for every caregiver to know the love of our Lord Jesus Christ, and have the hope of the Gospel in their hearts.

About Rebekah Dowhy:

Rebekah is the President of the Caregiving Support Network, a ministry dedicated to giving hope and practical relief to unpaid family caregivers. Using her Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership, she has worked in the nonprofit space for over six years specializing in operations management, communications, and fundraising. Her most important role was being a primary caregiver to her Mom, Sherrie who had Multiple Sclerosis for 21 years.

About Bill Dowhy:

Bill Dowhy is the Vice President of Donor Relations for the Caregiving Support Network. He specializes in fundraising, communications, and strategic planning. In 2018, he met his better half, Rebekah, while working at the Leadership Institute. Together, they would go on to found the Caregiving Support Network based on their shared passion for helping the underserved.

About David Beeton:

David Beeton is the Vice President of Programs for the Caregiving Support Network. David has had extensive experience with both executive management and ministry roles throughout his career. He is currently serving as an Elder at his church: Experience Community Church in Cannon County, Tennessee. He was a primary caregiver for his wife Sherrie, who had Multiple Sclerosis for 21 years.

All Home Care Matters is honored to welcome renowned Elder Abuse advocate and 36 year Richmond Police Department Sergeant and Special Investigator, William "Bill" Lightfoot. Former Sergeant Bill Lightfoot served with the Richmond Police Department for thirty-six years. He has served as an investigator with the Property Crimes Unit, the Robbery & Homicide Division, The Narcotics Division, the Criminal Intelligence Unit and the Domestic Violence Unit. He is a graduate of the Virginia Criminal Justice Instructors School and the National Intelligence Academy in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.. He holds a B.S. Degree in Criminal Justice. Experience in the investigation of violent crimes, case preparation and evidence collection. Experienced in the design, development and management of training programs for law enforcement personnel, medical professionals, prosecutors, social services and other disciplines. Has developed and delivered training in Domestic Violence in the workplace, Stalking Investigations, Stalking and the Elderly, Elder Abuse Investigations, Financial Exploitation of the Elderly, and Domestic Violence in Later Life, Human Trafficking and Domestic Violence in the Workplace. He has also assisted other agencies, both government and private, in the development of Domestic Violence and Elder Abuse protocols and policies, develops and delivers training to management and staff personnel.

All Home Care Matters is honored to welcome back Christina Keys the Director of Community Growth at Caregiving.com to discuss the new partnership with All Home Care Matters to produce a new show once a month call "Real Talk with Real Caregivers"

Family Caregivers have always struggled finding local resources, support and feeling isolated. As a family caregiver our circle of people who truly understand what we are walking through becomes very small once we become a caregiver.

"Our whole life is affected, physically, financially, emotionally, mentally and spiritually when we are caring for a loved one. The goal of "Real Talk with Real Caregivers" is to help Family caregivers not feel so alone and help them redefine normal. How do we really walk through this journey? This show will be the type of support that is not only educational but healing for Caregivers everywhere.” - Christina Keys

All Home Care Matters is honored to welcome Mr. Steve Gurney as a guest to the show to discuss tips and guidance for when it is time to shop for senior living options.

Steve Gurney founded Retirement Living SourceBook in 1990. Drawing from the experience of observing his family caring for Steve’s aging grandfather, he created a comprehensive publication to help others in the same situation. Over the next few years Steve expanded the publication to three regional editions, DC metro, State of Maryland, and the Philadelphia region. Steve has worked closely with nearly every regional and national organization on aging to help maximize their exposure and helping find solutions to their challenges.

In 1998, Mr. Gurney sold his company to The Washington Post where he served as General Manager of Sourcebook and the Senior Living Solutions Division. In 2019, Mr. Gurney acquired the resource back, and has re-branded as Positive Aging Community adding a new design and content, distribution partners, podcasts, and a robust schedule of live and interactive discussions with thought-leaders on a wide variety of topics.

In addition, Mr. Gurney founded ProAging Network meetings and leads the DC Senior Resource Group important resources for senior-serving professionals. 

Mr. Gurney serves or has served on the board of directors for the Grass Roots Organization for the Well-Being of Seniors (GROWS), Alzheimer’s Association, Interages, Business and Aging Task Force, Virginia Intergenerational Task Force, and the Beacon Institute. Steve has served on countless committees and provided guidance to help organizations and businesses better serve the senior population. Mr. Gurney has received awards and recognition from the Seabury Resources for Aging, Maryland Assisted Living Association, the Senior Marketing Institute and other notable organizations. Steve is a regular speaker at local, regional and national events and has been featured in regional and national publications, electronic and broadcast media.

About The Positive Aging Community:

The Positive Aging Community supports that the right solutions and connections can help people live more purposeful lives—no matter their age or ability. For more than 33 years, we have fostered a community of older adults, families and influential professionals that helps make aging choices easier and more accessible. The Positive Aging Community communicates and connects with the community via print or online, searchable databases, live online discussions, or recorded podcasts.