Katie Monaghan, CFP®, CWS®’s Post

With Mother's Day coming up this weekend, I wanted to highlight this short and important article featuring CareYaya, Neal K. Shah, and Roxy Garrity. Thomas's article defines a "Sandwich Mom" as a generation of women who are "stuck in the middle of raising our children but also needing to be there to help our aging parents". Whether you know a sandwich mom, sandwich dad, or are one yourself, the financial burden of traditional home care is often what stops many families from receiving help. CareYaya is working to fix this issue. Find out why in the article linked below! https://lnkd.in/gwf3Hvew

Providing care and support to loved ones is a big job. And according to the Institute on Aging, 75% of caregivers are women. This work is hard and it’s usually unpaid. According to the AARP, about 41 million caregivers provide unpaid care in the United States. As you navigate the path of caregiving, remember to take care of yourself along the way. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eKGZraPU

With Mother's Day right around the corner, we at CareYaya are reminded of the importance of our work for so many families across the country. More specifically, the issues that plague the current "Sandwich" Generation serve as a testament to the difficulties of taking care of a loved one with a neurodegenerative disorder. Neal K. Shah and Roxy Garrity discuss the phenomena in which mothers are attempting to raise children of their own, while simultaneously caring for their loved ones who are members of medically disadvantaged groups. In times that it is difficult to provide care for your loved one, it is important to consider how to get them the best care, without breaking the bank. Read the article below to learn more about the struggles faced by members of the "Sandwich" Generation and how CareYaya's services can help! 👇

Are you finding it difficult to have open and effective conversations with your aging parents about their health, finances, and care needs? 😟 You’re not alone. Many adult children face this challenge, and it’s completely normal to feel frustrated. Effective communication is crucial to ensuring your parents receive the best possible care. Here are some tips to break down these barriers: Listen Actively: Show empathy and really listen to their concerns and feelings. Be Patient: Understand that these topics can be sensitive and may take time to discuss. Use Simple Language: Avoid jargon and keep explanations clear and straightforward. Pick the Right Time: Choose a calm and relaxed setting for these conversations. Seek Professional Help: Sometimes, a third party can facilitate better communication. You’re not in this alone. Join our community to gain more insights and support from others going through the same journey. Tap the link: https://lnkd.in/g86WB_aR to join our upcoming workshop, “I’m Taking Over My Parents’ Finances... Now What!” Additionally, if you’re considering options like downsizing or moving to a senior community to better accommodate your parents’ needs, I’m here to help. Contact me for expert advice and support to make the transition smoother. #ElderCare #SeniorCare #AgingParents #FamilyCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #AgingGracefully #Downsizing #SeniorLiving #SeniorCommunity #AgingInPlace #CaregivingJourney #SeniorWellbeing #HealthyAging #CaregivingTips #agelesslifestylesolutions

If you're reading this, you may identify as one of the 11 million. Senior Resource Connectors is here for you. We help adult children navigate the challenges of caring for an aging loved one as they embark on their next season. We can help with advice, guidance, and a trusted referral. Get in touch with us today. #seniorcare #seniorresources #CaregiverSupport #agingpopulation

Communication barriers within families can deepen divides, spark conflicts, and stall crucial conversations about the healthcare needs of aging parents or loved ones. Our RightConversations® Guide offers 10 essential steps to bridge these gaps and guarantee your loved one receives the care they truly need. https://lnkd.in/gfKs9Svj #RightConversations #StartTheConversation #CommunicationTools

How can #FamilyCaregivers with complicated relationships with loved ones find ways to commit to caring without risking more hurt? Here are some ideas. Via #AARP https://lnkd.in/eEqXXTrs

Did you know that 83% of the help provided to older adults in the United States comes from family members, friends, or other unpaid caregivers? Plus approximately two thirds of those caregivers are women, and over one third of them are daughters. Caring for aging loved ones can be overwhelming, and we get it. That's why we offer a FREE in-home care evaluation to ensure everyone that has the option to explore home health care. Schedule your evaluation at https://lnkd.in/eppYWw5S. #HomeHealthCare #COHMECares #NYCHomeHealthCare

You're recovering from an illness, your aging parents need more help around the house, you welcome a child—most Americans at one point or another need access to affordable family care. But that’s just one side of the equation as Natalie Foster explains in her book The Guarantee, “Good infrastructure for family care has to support everyone involved…families must be able to access and afford it, and, for workers, it has to be dignified, sustainable work”. Grab your copy of The Guarantee and learn how change makers like Ai-jen Poo are making family care affordable and available to all while ensuring care workers are treated with dignity: TheGuarantee.us 

🥪The Sandwich Generation Squeeze. This is such a great example of what the sandwich generation (those who are caring for aging parents and kids at the same time) is going through. This daughter’s mom (affectionately called mommy) has Alzheimer’s and requires 24/7 care. 🏡Mommy lives with her daughter and family where daughter and family provide care for her. Daughter wants to keep mommy at home as long as possible. 💸Daughter says mommy’s care expenses are $90,000/yr., but mommy’s income is only $66,000/yr. They hold down 5-7 jobs to continue to be able to pay bills and care for mommy. 😔Daughter says providing care has taken a toll on them mentally, emotionally, physically, socially, and financially. Daughter created an Instagram page sharing videos of her and mommy throughout the day because she needed community, love, to be seen, and because this caregiving experience impacts so many people. Does your family have a plan for extended care? 📢Create a plan IN ADVANCE to protect your family and finances. This is what you need to identify: 🔹WHO will provide and coordinate care 🔹WHERE you can and want to receive care 🔹HOW you will effectively and efficiently pay for care What’s your plan?? #ExtendedCare #LongTermCare #Plan https://lnkd.in/gSdadTNu