Have you ever found yourself sandwiched between raising your children while juggling the responsibilities of caring for your aging parents? 

It can be overwhelming, emotionally draining, and physically taxing. I know firsthand because I cared for my aging parents for over 14 years. In this podcast, I open up about my personal journey as a member of the sandwich generation and share proactive things you can do to ease some of the financial and emotional pressure.

In this episode:

• I share with you the initial feelings of overwhelm and the weight of responsibility that comes with caring for my elderly parents and children simultaneously. 
• I delve into the financial realities of being part of the sandwich generation.
• I share practical tips that I’ve
•  learned from being part of the sandwich generation, including:
  • The importance of honest communication
  • Insights into long-term care insurance
  • How to ask for support from others
  • Where to find community resources
  • Review your parents' expenses
  • How to check eligibility for government services.

Being in the sandwich generation can be challenging and not everything needs to be addressed at the same time. But when you stay proactive and take on bite-sized chunks, it makes balancing raising kids' while caring for my aging parents just a little bit easier.

So if you need support managing the sandwich generation, hit the play button, and let’s dive in so you can find a little more freedom in your life!

Resources from this podcast:
- U.S. Dept of Health Services
- Looking to hire a caregiver? Consider https://www.care.com/
- Eldercare Directory
- Legal Zoom
- Nolo Willmaker

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