Elder Care

Sneak a Peek

By Paula, on December 2nd, 2011%

Not all Sandwich Mamas take care of their parents under their own roof. If you are living far away from your elderly parents, you are still a full-fledged member of the Sandwich Generation and probably have additional challenges because you are not witnessing your parent’s daily activities. Over the next few weeks, I will highlight long . . . → Read More: Sneak a Peek

Another New Normal

By Paula, on November 9th, 2011%

Back in August, I bored you all to tears with my transition into being a mom of a college student. It was a rough road for a while accepting that my first-born pumpkin was no longer living in our home and that I was the only gal left in the abode. Believe me, the three dudes; . . . → Read More: Another New Normal

Becoming a Caregiver

By Paula, on September 19th, 2011%

Some folks like myself, become caregivers by default. In my case, I am an only child, so I guess I was the absolute first and last choice for the job. Other families may have multiple siblings but the job of caregiving usually is designated to the most responsible child.

Whatever way the caregiving responsibility is delegated . . . → Read More: Becoming a Caregiver