We often chalk it up to age.
They’re moving slower. They’re more quiet. They’re keeping to themselves.
But sometimes, what we think is “just getting older” is actually depression in disguise.

In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode, Keesha and Vanessa sit down to talk about elder depression—what it looks like, why it’s so often overlooked, and how we can become more attentive to the silent suffering of our parents, grandparents, and loved ones.

They explore:

• The emotional toll of grief and isolation in older adults

• How depression shows up differently in seniors

• The role caregivers and adult children play in noticing the signs

• Why it’s important to make space for hard conversations

• The ABCs of mental health: Acknowledge, Accept, Believe, Balance

Whether you’re supporting aging parents, caring for a grandparent, or simply curious about how to better serve your community, this conversation will help you lead with compassion and awareness.

Because elder depression is real.
And the ones who took care of us deserve to be seen, supported, and uplifted.

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