Sandwiched! Fri, 15 May 2026 19:11:22 -0700 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2045728 en-us © 2026 Sandwiched! yes fd56b26d-9e20-5262-a8a3-a74967cf80ff Jennifer & Sioux episodic false Penwick Papers presents: SANDWICHED!

We are the Sandwiched Generation. Our children moved out. Our parents moved in. Join us as we try to navigate through this journey that has no roadmap.



]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Jennifer & Sioux https://storage.buzzsprout.com/mcxbuzyf8stmyqh07viwxruz2fdp?.jpg Sandwiched! EP 22 - Stranger Danger EP 22 - Stranger Danger Cyber scammers are out there EVERYWHERE preying on vulnerable people of all ages, but our older friends and family are especially targeted due to many reasons which we will get into with our special guests, Vicki Oprian and Karen Rossi, who are part of the Senior Protection Program for the Council on Aging, Southern California.

They offer an abundance of sage advice to avoid these evil people and very easy steps to protect yourself, the number one being: Never respond to unsolicited calls or emails! You can find out more here: https://www.coasc.org/programs/senior-protection-program-fast/

And check out the Council on Aging's main website here: www.coasc.org

Other resources:

The Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) is the central hub for reporting cyber-enabled crime. It is run by the FBI, the lead federal agency for investigating crime. https://www.ic3.gov/

DO YOU REALLY KNOW WHO YOU'RE TALKING TO? Beware of IMPOSTER SCAMS!  The United States Postal Inspection Service is standing guard and ready to help. https://www.uspis.gov/


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Illustration by Erica Karlin Studio



]]> Cyber scammers are out there EVERYWHERE preying on vulnerable people of all ages, but our older friends and family are especially targeted due to many reasons which we will get into with our special guests, Vicki Oprian and Karen Rossi, who are part of the Senior Protection Program for the Council on Aging, Southern California.

They offer an abundance of sage advice to avoid these evil people and very easy steps to protect yourself, the number one being: Never respond to unsolicited calls or emails! You can find out more here: https://www.coasc.org/programs/senior-protection-program-fast/

And check out the Council on Aging's main website here: www.coasc.org

Other resources:

The Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) is the central hub for reporting cyber-enabled crime. It is run by the FBI, the lead federal agency for investigating crime. https://www.ic3.gov/

DO YOU REALLY KNOW WHO YOU'RE TALKING TO? Beware of IMPOSTER SCAMS!  The United States Postal Inspection Service is standing guard and ready to help. https://www.uspis.gov/


A Penwick Papers podcast

Music by Kevin Mcleod

Illustration by Erica Karlin Studio



]]> Jennifer & Sioux Buzzsprout-16972849 Mon, 14 Apr 2025 13:00:00 -0700 3689 22 full false Ep. 21 The 'D' Word Ep. 21 The 'D' Word Nicole J. Smith, author of Diagnosis Dementia: Your Guide for Eldercare Planning and Crisis Management, joins us for a lively convo about her journey caring for her mother when she was diagnosed with dementia.

Nicole doesn't sugarcoat anything.... her stories are real and raw with humor and candor. Her book guides the reader through legal, financial, medical, and emotional well-being, and maintaining everyone's sanity in the process. She provides numerous resources for every topic and shares why it is so vital to get support and have the "conversations to make decisions necessary in caring for aging loved ones." (njsmithbooks.com)

Learn more about Nicole here: https://njsmithbooks.com/blog/
Her book direct from Amazon: https://a.co/d/00mIPWmf

PS: This episode shares opinions and personal experiences of its participants. Please enjoy our program for entertainment and informational purposes only and seek out your own medical professionals for your healthcare needs. Thank you!

A Penwick Papers podcast


Music by Kevin MacLeod

Illustration by Erica Karlin Studio



]]> Nicole J. Smith, author of Diagnosis Dementia: Your Guide for Eldercare Planning and Crisis Management, joins us for a lively convo about her journey caring for her mother when she was diagnosed with dementia.

Nicole doesn't sugarcoat anything.... her stories are real and raw with humor and candor. Her book guides the reader through legal, financial, medical, and emotional well-being, and maintaining everyone's sanity in the process. She provides numerous resources for every topic and shares why it is so vital to get support and have the "conversations to make decisions necessary in caring for aging loved ones." (njsmithbooks.com)

Learn more about Nicole here: https://njsmithbooks.com/blog/
Her book direct from Amazon: https://a.co/d/00mIPWmf

PS: This episode shares opinions and personal experiences of its participants. Please enjoy our program for entertainment and informational purposes only and seek out your own medical professionals for your healthcare needs. Thank you!

A Penwick Papers podcast


Music by Kevin MacLeod

Illustration by Erica Karlin Studio



]]> Jennifer & Sioux Buzzsprout-15393983 Wed, 10 Jul 2024 14:00:00 -0700 3109 Alzheimer's author, elder care, aging parents, family dynamics, family love, family humor, sandwiched generation, sandwiched, baby boomers, caregiving 21 full false Ep. 20 Gumption, Grit, & Gratitude Ep. 20 Gumption, Grit, & Gratitude Meet Corrine Doughty, business woman, educator, caregiver.

Corrine shares her story... a 28-year caregiver's  journey through unimaginable bad luck for her hard-working, illustrious mother, who always found a way to keep her head up and survive. The quote, "Don't ask for an easy life, but ask to be a strong person," never was more true in Corrine's and her mother's case.

We are forever in awe by our many guests' grit and gumption to give their parents the best part of themselves during the last years of their lives.

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Illustration by Erica Karlin Studio



]]> Meet Corrine Doughty, business woman, educator, caregiver.

Corrine shares her story... a 28-year caregiver's  journey through unimaginable bad luck for her hard-working, illustrious mother, who always found a way to keep her head up and survive. The quote, "Don't ask for an easy life, but ask to be a strong person," never was more true in Corrine's and her mother's case.

We are forever in awe by our many guests' grit and gumption to give their parents the best part of themselves during the last years of their lives.

A Penwick Papers podcast

Music by Kevin McLeod 

Illustration by Erica Karlin Studio



]]> Jennifer & Sioux Buzzsprout-15179247 Sun, 02 Jun 2024 14:00:00 -0700 3401 sandwiched generation, parent caregiver, family matters, family love, elder care, Alzheimers, sandwiched, self-care, caregiving 2 20 full false Ep.19 Family Baggage Ep.19 Family Baggage Special guest Deb Watt, MFT,  joins us in a deeply poignant discussion about how we cope with past traumas while engaging with and caring for our aging parents. Deb is a California licensed therapist who has her own practice -- Lifewise Therapy.  She shares a panoply of therapy techniques as great options to manage past hurts and traumas in a kind, merciful and healthy manner.  Curiosity, kindness, and humor can go a long way when relating to our family as adults.

Sit back and join us for this free hour of therapy!

Learn more about Deb here:  https://lifewisetherapy.com/

Deb mentions author and mindset researcher Dr.  Carol Dweck , Ph.D.; you can find out more about MindSet work here (scroll down to see her TED talk):
https://www.mindsetworks.com/default#research-modal-window

NOTE: All information in this episode are the sole opinions of the hosts and guests and not intended for medical advice. Always check in with your own health advisors for your optimal health care needs.

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New music for Season 2: Carpe Diem by Kevin MacLeod

Illustration by Erica Karlin Studio



]]> Special guest Deb Watt, MFT,  joins us in a deeply poignant discussion about how we cope with past traumas while engaging with and caring for our aging parents. Deb is a California licensed therapist who has her own practice -- Lifewise Therapy.  She shares a panoply of therapy techniques as great options to manage past hurts and traumas in a kind, merciful and healthy manner.  Curiosity, kindness, and humor can go a long way when relating to our family as adults.

Sit back and join us for this free hour of therapy!

Learn more about Deb here:  https://lifewisetherapy.com/

Deb mentions author and mindset researcher Dr.  Carol Dweck , Ph.D.; you can find out more about MindSet work here (scroll down to see her TED talk):
https://www.mindsetworks.com/default#research-modal-window

NOTE: All information in this episode are the sole opinions of the hosts and guests and not intended for medical advice. Always check in with your own health advisors for your optimal health care needs.

A Penwick Papers Podcast

New music for Season 2: Carpe Diem by Kevin MacLeod

Illustration by Erica Karlin Studio



]]> Jennifer & Sioux Buzzsprout-14057484 Wed, 29 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0800 4080 family baggage, family dysfunction, elder care, sandwiched generation, family matters, psychology, parent/child relations, relationships, adult children, therapy 2 19 full false Ep. 18 Father Knows Best Ep. 18 Father Knows Best We are back and thought it fitting to have our very first guest from last year return to start off Season 2. Evan Georgieff returns to grace our microphones with his humorous take on what being Sandwiched was like for him as a full time oral surgeon and single dad to two young children while trying to keep his parents from spending every last dime of their family wealth.

Evan brings humor and warmth to his memories of caring for his parents because he says there is no other way to survive it! He brought us to hysterics with stories of his father dancing the polka on TV to clearing out the sewer line in an RV, and helps us appreciate that laughter is the best medicine. Plus, he shares the most poignant lesson he learned from his father.

And while you're here, take a listen to Episode 2, where Evan educates us about dental care and shares hilarious stories about his live-in grandmother during his childhood.
 
"When a father gives to his son, both laugh; when a son gives to his father, both cry."
- William Shakespeare

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New music for Season 2: Carpe Diem by Kevin MacLeod

Illustration by Erica Karlin Studio



]]> We are back and thought it fitting to have our very first guest from last year return to start off Season 2. Evan Georgieff returns to grace our microphones with his humorous take on what being Sandwiched was like for him as a full time oral surgeon and single dad to two young children while trying to keep his parents from spending every last dime of their family wealth.

Evan brings humor and warmth to his memories of caring for his parents because he says there is no other way to survive it! He brought us to hysterics with stories of his father dancing the polka on TV to clearing out the sewer line in an RV, and helps us appreciate that laughter is the best medicine. Plus, he shares the most poignant lesson he learned from his father.

And while you're here, take a listen to Episode 2, where Evan educates us about dental care and shares hilarious stories about his live-in grandmother during his childhood.
 
"When a father gives to his son, both laugh; when a son gives to his father, both cry."
- William Shakespeare

A Penwick Papers Podcast

New music for Season 2: Carpe Diem by Kevin MacLeod

Illustration by Erica Karlin Studio



]]> Jennifer & Sioux Buzzsprout-13832989 Mon, 23 Oct 2023 17:00:00 -0700 3158 elder care, Alzheimer's, family humor, sandwiched generation, the greatest generation, father/son, single dad, meaning of life 2 18 full false Ep. 17 Who You Gonna Call? Alz-OC! Ep. 17 Who You Gonna Call? Alz-OC! We are delighted to welcome Jim McAleer CEO of Alzheimer's Orange County.
Alz OC provides support to families and individuals through brain health and dementia education, care consultations, community resource connections,  Adult Day Health Services and more.

Alzheimer's Orange County Website
https://www.alzoc.org

Additional resources that reach nationwide services:

Alzheimer's Association
https://www.alz.org

National Council on Aging
https://www.ncoa.org

Alzheimer's Family Center
https://afscenter.org

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]]> We are delighted to welcome Jim McAleer CEO of Alzheimer's Orange County.
Alz OC provides support to families and individuals through brain health and dementia education, care consultations, community resource connections,  Adult Day Health Services and more.

Alzheimer's Orange County Website
https://www.alzoc.org

Additional resources that reach nationwide services:

Alzheimer's Association
https://www.alz.org

National Council on Aging
https://www.ncoa.org

Alzheimer's Family Center
https://afscenter.org

A Penwick Papers Podcast

Music by Pixaby

Illustration by Erica Karlin Studio



]]> Jennifer & Sioux Buzzsprout-13008527 Fri, 09 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0700 2538 adult day services, Alzheimer's, dementia, elder care, parent care, family dynamics, caregivers, self-care, community care, 17 full false Ep. 16 Legacy of Love Ep. 16 Legacy of Love We are thrilled to speak with Christy Byrne Yates, psychologist, coach, speaker and author of the book, Building a Legacy of Love: Thriving in the Sandwich Generation. 

She is wise, warm, and inspiring, and leaves us with a profound reason to pay attention to sunsets.

Who knew there was such an informative how-to manual for those of us living in the sandwich generation? We are here to tell you to look no further, this book literally has it all--caregiving, parenting, planning, prepping-- around topics such as finances, faith, ceremony, communication, self-care, transitions, and so much more. And, this book takes the reader on Christy's personal journey that beautifully exemplifies how she managed this stage in her life. Abundant resources and actionable steps to help make life easier and more manageable, and, as she says, 'ease the squeeze' in an otherwise stressful situation.

Check out Christy's website for more resources and information:
http://www.christyyates.com

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]]> We are thrilled to speak with Christy Byrne Yates, psychologist, coach, speaker and author of the book, Building a Legacy of Love: Thriving in the Sandwich Generation. 

She is wise, warm, and inspiring, and leaves us with a profound reason to pay attention to sunsets.

Who knew there was such an informative how-to manual for those of us living in the sandwich generation? We are here to tell you to look no further, this book literally has it all--caregiving, parenting, planning, prepping-- around topics such as finances, faith, ceremony, communication, self-care, transitions, and so much more. And, this book takes the reader on Christy's personal journey that beautifully exemplifies how she managed this stage in her life. Abundant resources and actionable steps to help make life easier and more manageable, and, as she says, 'ease the squeeze' in an otherwise stressful situation.

Check out Christy's website for more resources and information:
http://www.christyyates.com

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Illustration by Erica Karlin Studio



]]> Jennifer & Sioux Buzzsprout-12878900 Thu, 18 May 2023 22:00:00 -0700 2729 sandwich generation, parent care, parenting, family, family dynamics, author, Alzheimer's, greatest generation, caregivers, love, legacy 16 full false Ep. 15 The Knee Bone's Connected to the.... Ep. 15 The Knee Bone's Connected to the.... We are thrilled to the bone to welcome Dr. William T. Long, orthopedist in Los Angeles. We naturally talk about bones, but Dr. Long also shares with us several profound ways he keeps his life balanced while sandwiched between career and caregiving of his mother and family. He also enjoys a dedicated, lifelong pursuit as an elite athlete. His wisdom is an inspiration to us all as we age.

Dr. Long was the first surgeon in Los Angeles to perform Robot Assisted Knee Replacement Surgery in 2008. Dr. Long is board certified by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and is a member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons.

More information about Dr. Long and the Computer Surgery Institute:
https://orthocsi.com/dr-long

He also volunteers with Operation Walk:
https://operationwalk.org/dr-william-t-long/

Watch Dr. Long on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/NSnK1LU8SEg

***All information in this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and is not intended to give medical advice. Always seek out your own medical professionals for your personal health needs. Thanks for listening.***

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Illustration by Erica Karlin Studio



]]> We are thrilled to the bone to welcome Dr. William T. Long, orthopedist in Los Angeles. We naturally talk about bones, but Dr. Long also shares with us several profound ways he keeps his life balanced while sandwiched between career and caregiving of his mother and family. He also enjoys a dedicated, lifelong pursuit as an elite athlete. His wisdom is an inspiration to us all as we age.

Dr. Long was the first surgeon in Los Angeles to perform Robot Assisted Knee Replacement Surgery in 2008. Dr. Long is board certified by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and is a member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons.

More information about Dr. Long and the Computer Surgery Institute:
https://orthocsi.com/dr-long

He also volunteers with Operation Walk:
https://operationwalk.org/dr-william-t-long/

Watch Dr. Long on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/NSnK1LU8SEg

***All information in this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and is not intended to give medical advice. Always seek out your own medical professionals for your personal health needs. Thanks for listening.***

A Penwick Papers Podcast
Music by Pixaby

Illustration by Erica Karlin Studio



]]> Jennifer & Sioux Buzzsprout-12702692 Sat, 22 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0700 3308 the sandwiched generation, healthy bones, elderly care, parental care, healthy aging, orthopedics, aging athletes, family time, caregivers, self-care, 15 full false Ep. 14 - The Village People Ep. 14 - The Village People Welcome to this special episode where we move the focus away from the caregiver and shake things up a bit.

Meet Bobette, Joanna, Lorena, Molly, Joyce, James, Duane and Roni. These vibrant, plucky seniors are enjoying life at Covenant Living at Mt. Miguel retirement village in San Diego county.  Accomplished, creative, energetic folks who managed to avoid sandwiching their kids by making their own decision to secure their future care through a three-tiered community that goes from independent living to assisted living to skilled nursing.

Their stories are relatable, honest, humble and completely dispel the stereotypes we harbor about what a retirement home is.  As a matter of fact, they don't use the word 'home' rather they are a village who look after each other, stay connected through all levels of care and provide peace of mind for their family knowing they are in a safe, stimulating environment that offers many activities and camaraderie they wouldn't otherwise get living with their children.

It was an honor to meet them.

https://www.covlivingmountmiguel.org

Thank you for listening and be sure to subscribe. 

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]]> Welcome to this special episode where we move the focus away from the caregiver and shake things up a bit.

Meet Bobette, Joanna, Lorena, Molly, Joyce, James, Duane and Roni. These vibrant, plucky seniors are enjoying life at Covenant Living at Mt. Miguel retirement village in San Diego county.  Accomplished, creative, energetic folks who managed to avoid sandwiching their kids by making their own decision to secure their future care through a three-tiered community that goes from independent living to assisted living to skilled nursing.

Their stories are relatable, honest, humble and completely dispel the stereotypes we harbor about what a retirement home is.  As a matter of fact, they don't use the word 'home' rather they are a village who look after each other, stay connected through all levels of care and provide peace of mind for their family knowing they are in a safe, stimulating environment that offers many activities and camaraderie they wouldn't otherwise get living with their children.

It was an honor to meet them.

https://www.covlivingmountmiguel.org

Thank you for listening and be sure to subscribe. 

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Music by Pixaby

Illustration by Erica Karlin Studio



]]> Jennifer & Sioux Buzzsprout-12533316 Tue, 28 Mar 2023 08:00:00 -0700 3840 retirement communities, three tiers of care, covenant living, villages, retirement village, elder care, sandwiched generation, family, aging parents, 14 full false Ep. 13 - Curl Up With a Good Book Ep. 13 - Curl Up With a Good Book We are thrilled to have author, Ruth Stevens, join us to discuss her novel, Stage Seven, a compelling story of love, family, loss, and renewal surrounding the care of those with Alzheimer's. Filled with humor, grace, romance and valuable insight, her novel reminds us of the important role fiction serves in our need to both escape and grapple with the realities of caring for those with dementia.

Meet Ruth:
Website: https://ruthfstevens.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthfstevensauthor/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rfsauthor

AlzAuthors~ Writing, Sharing, Inspiring, Caring
https://alzauthors.com

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]]> We are thrilled to have author, Ruth Stevens, join us to discuss her novel, Stage Seven, a compelling story of love, family, loss, and renewal surrounding the care of those with Alzheimer's. Filled with humor, grace, romance and valuable insight, her novel reminds us of the important role fiction serves in our need to both escape and grapple with the realities of caring for those with dementia.

Meet Ruth:
Website: https://ruthfstevens.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthfstevensauthor/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rfsauthor

AlzAuthors~ Writing, Sharing, Inspiring, Caring
https://alzauthors.com

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Music by Pixaby

Illustration by Erica Karlin Studio



]]> Jennifer & Sioux Buzzsprout-12271453 Thu, 16 Feb 2023 22:00:00 -0800 2665 Alzheimers, Caretakers, Dementia, authors, Sandwiched Generation, Writers, Fiction, Family Dynamics, Elder Care, 13 full false Ep. 12 - A Busy Mind is a Healthy Mind Ep. 12 - A Busy Mind is a Healthy Mind Welcome Kristina Lubofsky, gerontologist and creator of the Busy Minds Box, providing crafts, puzzles, games and more for older adults to help keep their brains stimulated. Kristina joins us to share her journey helping three grandparents with dementia and her lifelong passion for enriching the lives of older adults.

Busy Minds Box website where you can find all the information to subscribe, or shop individual products and activities.
https://www.busymindsbox.com

Kristina's fantastic blog.
https://www.busymindsbox.com/blogs/news 

The Dalai Lama says,  "A happy mind is a healthy mind, and a healthy mind is good for the body." 

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]]> Welcome Kristina Lubofsky, gerontologist and creator of the Busy Minds Box, providing crafts, puzzles, games and more for older adults to help keep their brains stimulated. Kristina joins us to share her journey helping three grandparents with dementia and her lifelong passion for enriching the lives of older adults.

Busy Minds Box website where you can find all the information to subscribe, or shop individual products and activities.
https://www.busymindsbox.com

Kristina's fantastic blog.
https://www.busymindsbox.com/blogs/news 

The Dalai Lama says,  "A happy mind is a healthy mind, and a healthy mind is good for the body." 

A Penwick Papers Podcast

Music by Pixaby

Illustration by Erica Karlin Studio



]]> Jennifer & Sioux Buzzsprout-12072840 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0800 2721 Dementia, The Sandwiched Generation, Elder care, Caring for parents, Caregivers, Alzheimer's, Memory Loss, Busy Minds, Happy minds, Self-care, Detention prevention 12 full false EP. 11 - The Child Inside EP. 11 - The Child Inside Jennifer sits her father down and chats about his memories of Christmas and other childhood moments. Sioux discovers a treasure from her mother's very early years that prompts her to remember that her mother was once a tiny little girl. It's remarkable how precious those simple times were and how we could all benefit from slowing down and thinking about our parents as children.
Wishing everyone a very Happy New Year and that 2023 ushers in a bit more simplicity and self reflection in your life.

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]]> Jennifer sits her father down and chats about his memories of Christmas and other childhood moments. Sioux discovers a treasure from her mother's very early years that prompts her to remember that her mother was once a tiny little girl. It's remarkable how precious those simple times were and how we could all benefit from slowing down and thinking about our parents as children.
Wishing everyone a very Happy New Year and that 2023 ushers in a bit more simplicity and self reflection in your life.

A Penwick Papers Podcast

Music by Pixaby

Illustration by Erica Karlin Studio



]]> Jennifer & Sioux Buzzsprout-11951159 Thu, 29 Dec 2022 20:00:00 -0800 1338 Elder care, Holidays, Holiday memories, Child at Heart, The Sandwiched Generation, Parent care, Family, Aging, Caretakers 11 full false Ep. 10 - Home is Where the Heart Thrives Ep. 10 - Home is Where the Heart Thrives Where should our elderly parents spend the rest of their lives? In their homes? In our homes? In assisted living? Retirement Community with levels of care? how do we make these decisions? How does this puzzle fit together?
Special guest, Krista Nay, Sales and Marketing Director at ECS, with over thirty years experience in retirement communities, shares with us an abundance of sound advice on what questions to ask, and what to look for in a retirement community while embracing the gift of giving your parent the opportunity to live their best life, and perhaps join a Bucket List Club!   ;-)

ECS For Seniors  https://www.ecsforseniors.org
The Covington  https://www.ecsforseniors.org/covington
Music & Memory     https://musicandmemory.org
Dakim Brain Fitness   https://www.dakim.com

The Mather Institute’s Landmark Study on Life Plan Communities
https://www.matherinstitute.com/agewellstudy/

Long-Term Care Ombudsman (California)
https://aging.ca.gov/Programs_and_Services/Long-Term_Care_Ombudsman/

Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program (National)
https://acl.gov/programs/Protecting-Rights-and-Preventing-Abuse/Long-term-Care-Ombudsman-Program

Fitch Ratings on Retirement Communities
https://www.fitchratings.com/search/?query=retirement%20communities

It’s Never Too Late (iN2L) Content-Driven Engagement for Older Adults
https://in2l.com

California Dept of Aging
https://aging.ca.gov/Providers_and_Partners/Area_Agencies_on_Aging/Contracts_Download_Page/

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Illustration by Erica Karlin Studio



]]> Where should our elderly parents spend the rest of their lives? In their homes? In our homes? In assisted living? Retirement Community with levels of care? how do we make these decisions? How does this puzzle fit together?
Special guest, Krista Nay, Sales and Marketing Director at ECS, with over thirty years experience in retirement communities, shares with us an abundance of sound advice on what questions to ask, and what to look for in a retirement community while embracing the gift of giving your parent the opportunity to live their best life, and perhaps join a Bucket List Club!   ;-)

ECS For Seniors  https://www.ecsforseniors.org
The Covington  https://www.ecsforseniors.org/covington
Music & Memory     https://musicandmemory.org
Dakim Brain Fitness   https://www.dakim.com

The Mather Institute’s Landmark Study on Life Plan Communities
https://www.matherinstitute.com/agewellstudy/

Long-Term Care Ombudsman (California)
https://aging.ca.gov/Programs_and_Services/Long-Term_Care_Ombudsman/

Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program (National)
https://acl.gov/programs/Protecting-Rights-and-Preventing-Abuse/Long-term-Care-Ombudsman-Program

Fitch Ratings on Retirement Communities
https://www.fitchratings.com/search/?query=retirement%20communities

It’s Never Too Late (iN2L) Content-Driven Engagement for Older Adults
https://in2l.com

California Dept of Aging
https://aging.ca.gov/Providers_and_Partners/Area_Agencies_on_Aging/Contracts_Download_Page/

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]]> Jennifer & Sioux Buzzsprout-11805409 Fri, 02 Dec 2022 22:00:00 -0800 2916 Long Term Care, The sandwiched generation, retirement communities, second childhood, geriatric care, Life plan communities, the greatest generation 10 full false Ep. 9 - If You Build It... Ep. 9 - If You Build It... It can be stressful asking for help when overwhelmed by life. The time to be brave and reach out is truly when you are sandwiched between taking care of your parent while juggling a career, rearing  your own kids, or going through a divorce, or, in our guest's case, all of the above. Meet Amy, a good friend who advises us to open up to people in our communities to find our tribe of helpers. They are out there... if you seek it.

A good place to start is with these resources:

Alzheimer's Association Helpline: 800-272-3900
https://www.alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline

9 Tips for Finding the Right Therapist
https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-find-a-therapist

Eldercare Locator- Public Service of the US Administration on Aging
https://eldercare.acl.gov/Public/Index.aspx

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]]> It can be stressful asking for help when overwhelmed by life. The time to be brave and reach out is truly when you are sandwiched between taking care of your parent while juggling a career, rearing  your own kids, or going through a divorce, or, in our guest's case, all of the above. Meet Amy, a good friend who advises us to open up to people in our communities to find our tribe of helpers. They are out there... if you seek it.

A good place to start is with these resources:

Alzheimer's Association Helpline: 800-272-3900
https://www.alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline

9 Tips for Finding the Right Therapist
https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-find-a-therapist

Eldercare Locator- Public Service of the US Administration on Aging
https://eldercare.acl.gov/Public/Index.aspx

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Music by Pixaby

Illustration by Erica Karlin Studio



]]> Jennifer & Sioux Buzzsprout-11614737 Tue, 01 Nov 2022 22:00:00 -0700 2452 Alzheimer's care, elder care, Aging Parents, Sandwiched Generation, The Greatest Generation, Depression, Stress, Finding Humor, Family Relationships, Community, Outreach 9 full false Ep. 8 - The Family Jewels Ep. 8 - The Family Jewels Special guests Lori and Zach from R. Zach Jewelers join us to share helpful advice about what to do with family heirloom jewelry. From bangles and baubles to pristine cut diamonds, there are many ways to enjoy these heirlooms or give joy to others while honoring those who wore them before us.

Check out R. Zach jewelry on Instagram: @rzachjewelry

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]]> Special guests Lori and Zach from R. Zach Jewelers join us to share helpful advice about what to do with family heirloom jewelry. From bangles and baubles to pristine cut diamonds, there are many ways to enjoy these heirlooms or give joy to others while honoring those who wore them before us.

Check out R. Zach jewelry on Instagram: @rzachjewelry

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]]> Jennifer & Sioux Buzzsprout-11568448 Tue, 25 Oct 2022 14:00:00 -0700 2217 Heirlooms, Heirloom Jewelry, Elderly Care, Alzheimer's, Parent Care, Jewelry, Vintage, Sandwiched Generation, Greatest Generation, 8 full false Ep. 7 - Monkey See Monkey Do Ep. 7 - Monkey See Monkey Do It happens to the best of us... we gradually take on the traits of our parents. Join in for a few laughs.


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]]> It happens to the best of us... we gradually take on the traits of our parents. Join in for a few laughs.


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]]> Sandwiched! Podcast Buzzsprout-11527516 Tue, 18 Oct 2022 21:00:00 -0700 1679 geriatric care, family dynamics, sandwiched generation, parent/child, elderly parents, humor, Alzheimers, caregivers 7 full false Ep. 6 - It's a Family Affair Ep. 6 - It's a Family Affair Our siblings are here! And we are grateful we have them to help care for our parents. It's funny how the roles have shifted and now the kids are the parents and the parents are in, as Shakespeare called it, "second childishness."

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]]> Our siblings are here! And we are grateful we have them to help care for our parents. It's funny how the roles have shifted and now the kids are the parents and the parents are in, as Shakespeare called it, "second childishness."

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]]> Jennifer & Sioux Buzzsprout-11483595 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 22:00:00 -0700 2509 #secondchildhood #caringforparents #Alzheimers #dementia #familydynamics #midlife #middleage #siblings #brothersandsisters 6 full false Ep.5 - Our Crowning Glory Ep.5 - Our Crowning Glory We are having a very good hair day with our special guest, cosmetologist, Trish Schack, owner of the More Than Hair salon in Santa Ana, CA. Trish has multi-generational clients of over thirty years and shares with us her knowledge of aging hair care. She graces us with a wealth of information and laughs regarding our relationship with hair and how important it is to our psyche at every age. And, stay tuned for the end when she shares a hilarious personal story about her in-laws, a banana, and a wedding. 
All information is for entertainment purposes only. Be sure to check with your stylist for any concerns you have about your own hair.

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]]> We are having a very good hair day with our special guest, cosmetologist, Trish Schack, owner of the More Than Hair salon in Santa Ana, CA. Trish has multi-generational clients of over thirty years and shares with us her knowledge of aging hair care. She graces us with a wealth of information and laughs regarding our relationship with hair and how important it is to our psyche at every age. And, stay tuned for the end when she shares a hilarious personal story about her in-laws, a banana, and a wedding. 
All information is for entertainment purposes only. Be sure to check with your stylist for any concerns you have about your own hair.

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]]> Jennifer & Sioux Buzzsprout-11438615 Tue, 04 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0700 1591 Haircare, cosmetologist, aging parents, Alzheimers, elderly care, sandwiched, sandwiched generation, family dynamics, humor, caring for parents 5 full false Ep. 4 - Adventures in Parent-Sitting Ep. 4 - Adventures in Parent-Sitting Sioux and Jennifer need to blow off a little bit of steam and commiserate about the small annoyances that plague their daily lives. It's funny, it's frustrating, it's for real.

Follow us on Instagram at Sandwiched! Podcast, because we would love for you to blow off some steam too. 

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]]> Sioux and Jennifer need to blow off a little bit of steam and commiserate about the small annoyances that plague their daily lives. It's funny, it's frustrating, it's for real.

Follow us on Instagram at Sandwiched! Podcast, because we would love for you to blow off some steam too. 

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]]> Jennifer & Sioux Buzzsprout-11356855 Tue, 27 Sep 2022 19:00:00 -0700 1074 parent-sitting, baby boomers, caregivers, Alzheimer's, father/daughter, mother/daughter, relationships, family dynamics, geriatric care, aging, humor, geriatric psychology, consumerism, online ordering, 4 full false Ep. 3 - Joy Rides Ep. 3 - Joy Rides Special guest, Branka Cvejic, reminds us of what is most important when spending time with parents  who have dementia. She figured out a way to have quality time with her dad while coping with the stress and frustration that comes along with the ride.

She mentions the book, Creating Moments of Joy Along the Alzheimer's Journey,  by Jolene Brackey, as a means to help bring positivity to an otherwise overwhelming situation.

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]]> Special guest, Branka Cvejic, reminds us of what is most important when spending time with parents  who have dementia. She figured out a way to have quality time with her dad while coping with the stress and frustration that comes along with the ride.

She mentions the book, Creating Moments of Joy Along the Alzheimer's Journey,  by Jolene Brackey, as a means to help bring positivity to an otherwise overwhelming situation.

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]]> Jennifer & Sioux Buzzsprout-11356907 Tue, 20 Sep 2022 20:00:00 -0700 1322 sandwiched generation, baby boomers, the greatest generation, aging, caretakers, parents, Alzheimers, dementia, parent/child relationships, psychology, family dynamics, life chapters, children of Alzheimer's patients, geriatric care, geriatric humor, qual 3 full false Ep. 2 - Dentist the Menace Ep. 2 - Dentist the Menace We are delighted to welcome Evan Georgieff, oral surgeon in Orange County, California. Evan offers some practical wisdom as we chat about the challenges of caring for aging teeth, especially when our parents resist going to the dentist. Best of all, Evan graces us with his humorous and mischievous accounts of his grandmother while they lived in a multi-generational household.
***All conversations are strictly opinions of our hosts and guests as we strive to entertain and commiserate with our listeners. Please seek out your own professionals for your healthcare needs.***

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]]> We are delighted to welcome Evan Georgieff, oral surgeon in Orange County, California. Evan offers some practical wisdom as we chat about the challenges of caring for aging teeth, especially when our parents resist going to the dentist. Best of all, Evan graces us with his humorous and mischievous accounts of his grandmother while they lived in a multi-generational household.
***All conversations are strictly opinions of our hosts and guests as we strive to entertain and commiserate with our listeners. Please seek out your own professionals for your healthcare needs.***

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]]> Jennifer & Sioux Buzzsprout-11311294 Tue, 13 Sep 2022 08:00:00 -0700 1468 elderly teeth, dental care, aging, caretakers, parents, grandparents, Alzheimers, mother, father, dementia, parent/child relationships, psychology, family dynamics, life chapters, children of Alzheimer's patients, geriatric care, geriatric humor 2 full false Ep. 1 - How We Got Here, and Honoring our Folks Ep. 1 - How We Got Here, and Honoring our Folks We are the Sandwiched Generation.

Our children moved out.
Our parents moved in. 

Join us as we try to navigate through this journey that has no roadmap. 

Episode 1 introduces our hosts, Sioux and Jennifer, and how they became part of the sandwiched generation. They share bits and background of their parents to honor them and provide the foundation for what's to come. They hope to bring some awareness and levity and relief to those who are caring for their elderly parent.

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]]> We are the Sandwiched Generation.

Our children moved out.
Our parents moved in. 

Join us as we try to navigate through this journey that has no roadmap. 

Episode 1 introduces our hosts, Sioux and Jennifer, and how they became part of the sandwiched generation. They share bits and background of their parents to honor them and provide the foundation for what's to come. They hope to bring some awareness and levity and relief to those who are caring for their elderly parent.

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]]> Buzzsprout-11272199 Tue, 06 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0700 888 aging, caretakers, parents, grandparents, Alzheimers, old age, middle aged, mother, father, dementia, parent/child relationships, psychology, family dynamics, life chapters, children of Alzheimer's patients, geriatric care, geriatric humor, family love 1 full false