The Sandwich Years Podcast is for those balancing care for aging parents, supporting dependents, careers, and their own well-being — all at once. Through real stories, expert conversations, and practical insights, we explore caregiving, grief, self-care, finances, health, and family dynamics. Honest, compassionate, and relatable, this podcast reminds you that even when life feels overwhelming, you are not alone. Because in the Sandwich Years, we are truly Squeezed & Blessed. Follow, listen, and connect at sandwichyears.com, @sandwichyears
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The Sandwich Years Podcast is for those balancing care for aging parents, supporting dependents, careers, and their own well-being — all at once. Through real stories, expert conversations, and practical insights, we explore caregiving, grief, self-care, finances, health, and family dynamics. Honest, compassionate, and relatable, this podcast reminds you that even when life feels overwhelming, you are not alone. Because in the Sandwich Years, we are truly Squeezed & Blessed. Follow, listen, and connect at sandwichyears.com, @sandwichyears
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July 2, 2026
The Dishes Can Wait - Caring Mom with Alzheimer's and Family | Liz's Sandwich Years Story
<p>If you're caring for aging parents while supporting children, work, pets, and your own well-being, this episode is for you.In this heartfelt episode of Sandwich Years – Squeezed & Blessed, we down with Liz as she shares her deeply personal caregiving journey through Alzheimer's, dementia, divorce, parenting, grief, and learning to prioritize self-care.Together, we discuss the emotional realities of supporting aging parents, maintaining dignity for loved ones living with dementia, navigating long-term care, and balancing the needs of multiple generations—all while trying not to lose yourself in the process.In this episode you'll learn:✔ What it's like caring for a parent with Alzheimer's disease✔ Ways to preserve dignity for loved ones with dementia✔ Communication tips that create connection instead of frustration✔ How to balance caregiving, parenting, work, and personal life✔ Why pets are part of the Sandwich Years too✔ Practical self-care habits that help prevent caregiver burnout✔ How grace, compassion, and presence can help you navigate griefWhether you're supporting aging parents, raising children, caring for a spouse, or simply feeling stretched between responsibilities, this conversation offers hope, understanding, and practical encouragement.Watch or listen to the full episode.Explore our Supportive Brands and caregiving resources.Subscribe for more conversations about caregiving, family, aging parents, dementia, and navigating the Sandwich Years.You don't have to do this alone. We see you.Studio Credit: Perspective Studio Productions</p>
June 4, 2026
Advocacy is Essential ...... in the Sandwich Years
<p>In this episode of Sandwich Years – Squeezed & Blessed, Chantel sits down with Deanna to discuss one of the most challenging aspects of caregiving: advocating for aging loved ones within the healthcare system.</p><p>Drawing from her personal experience, Deanna shares practical advice for navigating hospital stays, discharge planning, dementia care, legal preparedness, and caregiver wellness. From speaking up at medical appointments to securing the right equipment before a loved one returns home, this conversation is filled with actionable tips every caregiver should know.</p><p>In this episode, we discuss:<br>✔ How to advocate effectively for aging parents and loved ones<br>✔ What families need to know before hospital discharge<br>✔ The importance of home safety assessments and accessibility planning<br>✔ Wills, Powers of Attorney, and financial preparedness<br>✔ Navigating dementia-related hallucinations with compassion<br>✔ Why caregivers need non-negotiable self-care routines<br>✔ How support systems can help reduce caregiver burnout</p><p>Whether you're currently caring for a parent, preparing for future caregiving responsibilities, or supporting a family member through a health crisis, this episode offers valuable guidance and reassurance.</p><p>✨ Watch or listen to the full episode<br>✨ Explore our Supportive Brands and caregiving resources<br>✨ Subscribe for more real conversations about caregiving, family, and navigating the Sandwich Years</p><p>#SandwichYears #CaregiverSupport #HealthcareAdvocacy #AgingParents #DementiaCare #CaregiverLife #FamilyCaregiving</p>
May 15, 2026
ReCraft & ReWrite Your Story in the Sandwich Years
<p>In this episode of Sandwich Years – Squeezed & Blessed, we sit down with Amanda Camacho, owner of Refreshing Waters Psychotherapy and Sandwich Years Supportive Brand, to discuss the emotional realities of caregiving, grief, and burnout within the sandwich generation.</p><p>We discuss:</p><p>- Understanding palliative care and holistic family support</p><p>- Anticipatory grief and coping with loss before it happens</p><p>- Navigating difficult sibling and family dynamics</p><p>- Preventing caregiver burnout through intentional self-care- How Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) tools can support resilience</p><p>- Why creating a family action plan can reduce stress and conflict.</p><p>This conversation is filled with compassionate insight, practical strategies, and reminders that caregivers deserve support too.Whether you’re caring for aging parents, supporting younger dependants, or feeling emotionally stretched between responsibilities, this episode offers encouragement, tools, and understanding for your Sandwich Years journey.</p><p><br></p><p>Explore our Supportive Brands and caregiving resources www.sandwichyears.com</p><p><br></p><p>You don’t have to do this alone.</p><p><br></p><p>🔔 Subscribe for more real conversations on caregiving, relationships, and navigating life in the Sandwich Years</p><p><br></p><p>Studio Credit: Perspective Studio Productions</p><p>#SandwichYears #CaregiverSupport #PalliativeCare #MentalHealth #FamilyCaregiving #SelfCare #SandwichGeneration</p>
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