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The "Sandwich Generation"
Caring for your aging parents and your children can be challenging. There are ways to reduce caregiver stress and maintain a healthy sense of well being during these challenging years.
2. Seek ways to make this a rewarding experience for all family members
When caring for aging parents:
- Discuss and plan together.
- How will the situation affect the family?
- How will it affect each individual?
- What does each member hope for or fear?
- What needs to be addressed immediately?
- Don't view this situation as a reversal of roles- you are not your parent's parent.
- Continue to view your parents as individuals who still have a lot to contribute
- Let some of the time spent with parents be bonding time
- Look at old photo albums together
- Reflect on early memories
- Join your parents in watching their favorite TV program
- Invite their friends over
Part 3. Identify supportive resources and services >>
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