In this heartfelt episode of Sandwich Years, we sit down with Rosanna — a mom, grandmother of five, wife, sister, daughter, and end-of-life doula — to share a deeply personal story of love, loss, and learning.Rosanna reflects on caring for her father until his passing, and how that experience shaped the way she now supports her mother, who moved in with her family. Through balancing caregiving, family life, and her own health, Rosanna discovered the importance of building a strong support system — made up of family, friends, and community — during the Sandwich Years.Her journey led her to become a end-of-life doula, helping seniors and families navigate death, grief, and life transitions with compassion and dignity. She also shares a powerful moment of realization: when illness forced her to cancel Christmas, she learned that caring for herself is essential to caring for others.Throughout this conversation, Rosanna reminds us to pause, lean on support, and find beauty even in life’s most challenging moments — La Vita è Bella.If you’re caring for aging loved ones while supporting your family, this episode will resonate deeply.Thank you RosannaWatch now and subscribe for more Sandwich Years stories, support, and real conversations. Visit www.sandwichyears.com for support and more information.Studio Credit: Perspective Studio Productions