In this insightful episode of Caregiver Conversations, hosts Kristie King and Antonia Harbin-Lamb sit down with Tim Niyonsenga, Senior Program Officer at the Michigan Health Endowment Fund, to discuss how one of Michigan’s leading health funders is shaping the future of caregiving through innovative investments and community partnerships. Tim shares his personal and professional journey as a social worker and program officer, explaining how the Health Fund’s Healthy Aging Initiative is improving support systems for older adults and their caregivers. The conversation dives deep into the importance of respite care, innovation, and collaboration across funders, organizations, and state systems. Tim also highlights how the Health Fund empowers grantees to meet communities where they are and create lasting, meaningful impact.
Host: Kristie King and Antonia Harbin-Lamb
Key Topics Covered:
The Michigan Health Endowment Fund’s mission and healthy aging work
Why caregivers are essential to supporting older adults
Innovative approaches to respite care and caregiver support
Partnerships driving statewide impact and systemic change
The importance of community voice and flexibility in funding
Redefining how we identify and support caregivers