The Hidden Epidemic of Loneliness Loneliness is one of the most overlooked challenges facing seniors today, and it is impacting more lives than many people realize. In this episode of Around The Table With Vickie, we dive into the emotional, physical, and spiritual [...]

Aging America - Are We Ready? The “silver tsunami” is no longer coming, it’s already here. In this episode of Around The Table With Vickie, Vickie and Chris dive deep into one of the most important (and urgent) conversations facing families today: the [...]

Aging in Place In this episode of Around the Table with Vickie, Vickie, Brian, and Chris continue their conversation about the realities of senior living and how families can navigate the transition with confidence. They break down the levels of care in assisted [...]

America’s Silver Tsunami Senior living can feel overwhelming when families begin searching for care. With terms like independent living, assisted living, memory care, and adult day programs, it is easy to feel unsure about where to start. In this episode of Around the [...]

A Future Without Fear No family dreams about the day they must consider changes for Mom or Dad, but avoiding the conversation often creates crisis decisions. In this heartfelt and practical episode of Around the Table with Vickie, Vickie and co-host Chris Runk [...]

Helping Seniors Stay Secure On this episode of Around the Table with Vickie, Vickie and co-host Chris Runk welcome Jimmy Ayers, Sheriff of Amherst County, for a powerful and timely discussion about senior safety. With over 40 years in law enforcement, Sheriff Ayers [...]

Holding On to the Light Go brew your favorite cup of coffee and pull up your comfiest chair. This is a conversation that matters. On this powerful episode of Around the Table with Vickie, we sit down with special guests Charles Billingsley and [...]

Navigating Care as a Family In this heartfelt episode of Around the Table with Vickie, Vickie and Chris welcome longtime team member and regional director Mary Beth Wilbun to talk about one of the toughest parts of caregiving: navigating sibling disagreements, care decisions, [...]

Care That Feels Like Family (Part 2) In this heartfelt episode of Around the Table with Vickie, we continue a powerful conversation about what truly matters in senior living. Joined by Patrick Daly, Administrator at Liberty Ridge, and Carolyn Wooten, Administrator at Pearls [...]

Care That Feels Like Family (Part 1) In this episode of Around the Table with Vickie, we take a deeper look inside what truly defines exceptional memory care and it’s not just the buildings or amenities, but the people, trust, and heart behind [...]

Senior Living Is Not the End It Is the Beginning In this episode of Around the Table with Vickie, Vickie and Chris kick off a new year by challenging one of the biggest misconceptions about senior living. They talk openly about fear, transparency, [...]

Holidays, Dementia, and Finding Calm Through Connection As the holidays approach, families often notice changes they cannot ignore. In this episode of Around the Table with Vickie, we sit down with trusted experts, Carolyn Wooten and Mary Beth, to talk honestly about dementia, [...]

Christmas, Seniors, and the Power of Simple Moments In this Christmas episode of Around the Table with Vickie, Vickie and Chris sit down with longtime team members Carolyn Wooten and Mary Beth to talk about what the holidays really look like inside their [...]

Building Community: Patrick Hurt Takes the Helm at Willow Ridge We talk about the meaning behind the name Willow Ridge and why willow trees represent safety, healing, and hope for Vickie. Patrick shares how the team has reimagined the building with brighter spaces, [...]

The Heart Behind Corner Burger: Family, Faith & Fresh Specials This week on Around the Table with Vickie, we’re serving up a full plate of stories, surprises, and holiday cheer! Join Vickie and Chris Runk as they welcome returning guests Brian Runk and [...]

Creating Memorable Holiday Parties & Community Celebrations The holidays are almost here, and the team at Entwined Events is busy helping families and businesses create unforgettable celebrations across Central Virginia. In this festive episode, Vickie Runk and Chris Runk sit down with Caitlyn [...]

Partnerships & Community: How Collaboration Creates Growth What does it really take to grow your business, build trust, and make a lasting difference in your community? In this episode of Around the Table with Vickie, Vickie and Chris dive deep into the power [...]

Protecting Parents, Planning Ahead: Estate & Elder Law with Rich Gilman In this episode of Around the Table with Vickie, Vickie and Chris sit down with Rich Gilman of Day Law Group to discuss the realities of aging, estate planning, and protecting your [...]

 Hospitality with Heart: Building Spaces That Welcome Everyone What does it take to reimagine a restaurant — and a career — without losing the heart of hospitality? In this conversation, Alex Richardson joins Vicki and Chris to share how God’s timing, entrepreneurship, and [...]

Walking The Course & The Cause : Alzheimer's in Our Community Why does this mission matter so much to me—and to our community? In this episode, I sit down with Brian and Chris to share the heart behind our Alzheimer’s work, tease what’s [...]

Bold Faith, Proven Leadership: At the Table with John C. Maxwell The legendary John C. Maxwell joins Vickie and Chris around the table for a powerful conversation on leadership, faith, and living with courage. Together, they explore the personal side of leadership—from friendship [...]

Music, Service & Community: A Double Take Conversation 🎶🇺🇸 This week I welcome two sets of incredible guests who are shaping culture and community right here in Central Virginia. First, I sit down with Ula Kauppi, CFRE, Executive Director of the Lynchburg Symphony [...]

Mama Hustle: A Talk with Pink Flamingo Play Café Founder In this honest and inspiring episode of Around the Table with Vickie, I sit down with Rachel Queen, founder of The Pink Flamingo Play Café in Forest, Virginia, to talk about what it [...]

When Senior Living Leaders Unite: The Power of Collaboration and Faith In this candid and uplifting episode of Around the Table with Vickie, I sit down with Kimberly Logan, Executive Director of Heritage Green, and the pastor at Destiny Green Fellowship to explore [...]

Why Active Seniors Thrive: The Power of Purpose and Community In this uplifting episode of Around the Table with Vickie, I sit down with Julie Wilson, Activities Director at Liberty Ridge Independent Living, and Patrick Daley, the community’s Administrator, to explore the importance [...]

Behind the Ballroom: Planning Luxury Events at Bella Vista and Beyond In this elegant and energetic episode of Around the Table with Vickie, I sit down with my cohost Chris, Mark Creasy (General Manager of the Bella Vista Hotel), and Spencer Foley (Executive [...]

Keeping Good People: What Healthcare Taught Us About Loyalty In this episode of Around the Table with Vickie, I sit down with my son Chris to share how we celebrate and retain incredible employees in the healthcare world—an industry where so many go [...]

Hard Calls: How We Make Tough Decisions in Business When life shifts, do you freeze or pivot? In this episode, I sit down with my husband Brian and our son Chris to talk about the hardest—and most important—decisions we've made in business and [...]

Turning Points: Facing Defining Moments in Business Every business journey has those pivotal moments—the unexpected opportunities, big decisions, and turning points that shape everything that comes next. In this episode of Around the Table with Vickie, I sit down with my husband Brian [...]

Resilience, Recovery & Purpose: A Conversation with Maj. Gen. Robert F. Dees In this compelling episode of Around the Table with Vickie, I have the honor of speaking with Major General (Ret.) Robert F. Dees, a distinguished military leader and advocate for veteran [...]

Family, Business, and Balance: Our Journey with Runk & Pratt In this special episode of Around the Table with Vickie, I sit down with my husband Brian and our son Chris to reflect on the journey of building Runk & Pratt Companies from [...]

Hearing Loss and Hidden Risks: What Families Need to Know In this essential episode of Around the Table with Vickie, I’m joined by Tim and Veronica Bratton of Soundz Hearing in Lynchburg. Together, we unpack the signs of hearing loss, why it often [...]

Downsizing with Dignity: Why Ivalace Might Be the Perfect Fit In this heartfelt episode, my son Chris and I sit down with Ted and Michele Jordan with Realty ONE to talk about something that touches so many families: downsizing. Whether it’s helping a parent transition [...]

Serving Up Joy: CraveABLES, Community & the Power of Inclusion Taylor Musgrove Perkins is back on the podcast with an inspiring update from CraveABLES! From running a thriving storefront and ice cream truck to hosting family-friendly events and fundraisers, Taylor shares how her mission [...]