Caring for an aging family member while in the ‘sandwich’ also caring for children (episode 43).

Caregiver's Compass

English - July 15, 2022 04:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MB - ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
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Previous Episode: Caring for a parent that you have a trauma history with (episode 42)

Next Episode: How to navigate parenting and supporting children who are exposed to a family member experiencing a neurological or physical shift- with behaviour consultant, Cori Stern (Episode 44)

Caregiving in the sandwich generation is becoming more and more common. Individuals are living longer and requiring support as they age while parents are having children at later stages in life than in previous decades. The demands and stress involved as a caregiver in the sandwich generation are extreme- it can feel as though you are being pulled on both sides with no reprieve. Stephanie normalizes this experience in this episode and details some coping techniques that can help during this overwhelming time.

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