Raising and caring for children can be hectic. Between helping with homework, transportation to soccer games and dance rehearsals, and meal preparation, it can seem like you hardly have time for yourself.
Now imagine caring for an aging parent, as well. On top of homework, soccer, and meals, you also have transportation to doctor appointments, help with housework, and your parent’s physical well-being to navigate. Welcome to the sandwich generation.
Topics: Family & Caregiving, Respite Care
The responsibility of caring for a parent often falls to the person in need’s adult child. While many children are more than willing to help out and step in as caregiver to their parents, they frequently do not realize the gigantic commitment it takes to be someone’s full-time caregiver. Their great intentions can result in them feeling overwhelmed and experiencing something called ‘caregiver burnout.'
Topics: Family & Caregiving, Respite Care
