In this episode, Dr. Lakelyn talks about the sandwich generation, those who are sandwiched in-between caring for an aging parent and raising their own children. At times, this generation is feeling the pressure on both sides making them feel more like a pressed panini sandwich. Tune in to learn more!

Episode highlights include:

- Insights on who makes up the sandwich generation

- An overview of the common challenges of caring for aging loved one while raising children

- Strategies to balance competing demands on a caregiver’s time

- Caregiver question answered - “How do I involve my kids in caregiving without making it overwhelming?”

Helpful links from this episode:

- Report: Sandwich Generation Caregiving in the U.S.

- Research study: Sandwich Generation 

-Article: 5 Ways to Survive the Sandwich Generation Press

-Support groups: HFC

-Support groups: Alzheimer's Association

- Online support community: Working Daughters

- Guide: Home Care Solutions 

- Caregiving resource: Seasons

- American Association of Caregiving Youth 

- Kid Caregivers and their  Facebook Group 

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00:00 - Intro

02:09 - Who are sandwich caregivers?

05:22 - Unique challenges

10:45 - Home Instead

11:13 - Strategies to make life easier

17:35 - Question from a family caregiver

23:47 - Outro