Postcards From Midlife

Coping with ageing parents (when life is already too busy)


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In the middle of bringing up children at one end and helping with ageing or sick parents at the other? Welcome to the sandwich generation. Lorraine and Trish talk to Jane Caldwell about the lessons she learned – and the advice she wished she’d had – while caring for her mother Olivia after an Alzheimer’s diagnosis.

 

Plus, midlife fashion fixes, cloud inspiration and our favourite family member – the dog

 

To get in touch, ask a question or share your midlife story, DM us @postcardsfrommidife.com, join our Facebook Group, or email us [email protected]


Disclaimer: all advice in this podcast is based on your own experiences. Please seek professional medical or expert advice if you think you have any of the conditions or issues discussed in this episode

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Postcards From MidlifeBy Lorraine Candy & Trish Halpin

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