Insight Pt. 2: Alzheimer's & the Black Community, Child Guidance Resource Centers, Fathership Foundation

In this episode of Insight, Loraine Ballard Morrill explores Alzheimer’s and its disproportionate impact on Black families, children’s mental health, and one man’s extraordinary journey from surviving gun violence to helping fathers and families thrive.Alzheimer’s Association — Amba KasongoAmba Kasongo, Programs Director for the Alzheimer’s Association Southeastern Pennsylvania Chapter, discusses the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, warning signs, brain health, caregiver support and why Black Americans face a disproportionate impact from the disease.Kasongo also previews the Fourth Annual Black/African American Caregiver Symposium, featuring expert speakers, brain-health information, legal planning resources and a caregiver panel.EVENT: Saturday, September 12, 2026 | 10:45 a.m.–3 p.m. | PhiladelphiaWEB: alz.org/delval | Events: alz.org/delval/events24/7 Helpline: 800-272-3900 | Instagram/Facebook: @alzsepaChild Guidance Resource Centers — Lisa Roberts CadoretteAs Child Guidance Resource Centers (CGRC) celebrates 70 years, CEO Lisa Roberts Cadorette discusses the growing mental and behavioral health challenges facing children and families, including anxiety and trauma, and how CGRC is working to expand access to compassionate, evidence-based care.CGRC marks its anniversary with “Inspiring Healing & Hope – A Celebration of 70 Years.”EVENT: Thursday, September 10, 2026 | The Ivy at Ellis Preserve, Newtown Square, PAWEB: https://cgrc.org/Fathership Foundation — Dr. Jonathan Wilson Jr.In a powerful on-site conversation, Dr. Jonathan Wilson Jr., founder of the Fathership Foundation, shares his remarkable story of surviving being shot four times and left wheelchair-bound—and how that experience inspired a mission to strengthen fathers, families and communities.Founded in 2013, the Fathership Foundation provides fatherhood and parenting support, community education, workforce development, education and vocational training to help families build stronger futures and greater economic stability.WEB: www.fathershipfoundation.org