http://www.mylot.com/w/keywords/sandwich+generation.aspx MyLot Discussions About sandwich generation en-gb http://www.mylot.com/w/discussions/1873267.aspx Have you ever been in the situation where you act as a caregiver for anyone? And not in the sense of total care, but even just helping them out on a day to day basis for the little things we all take for granted. Do you ever experience burnout and feel lost in the mix? This is something that is becoming more and more common because many famliy members are living longer and are suffering from severe complications. How do you alleviate the stress of not only running your own life, but those of your loved ones? ANd to anyone who does this...it is a special thing for people to take the time to make sure others are healthy and compfortable. No matter how stressful it might be. Fri, 16 Jan 2009 17:30:22 GMT taface412 http://www.mylot.com/w/discussions/1406715.aspx what does that mean you ask? it means while we are caring for our aging parents while still caring for kids at home. people are living longer than ever before and women are choosing to have kids later in life so the two of them over lap... while my parents are not that old yet (early 70's) they are getting older and my kids (which i had later in life) are only 10 & 14...and for me, i am an only child (and have health issues of my own) so that makes it even tougher... comments? Fri, 15 Feb 2008 14:03:13 GMT cher913 http://www.mylot.com/w/discussions/1388740.aspx Yesterday I took my father to the hospital to get a blood check, then to the store. As I left his house, I had an overwhelming feeling of guilt. I usually only go over there when he has a doctor appointment and almost never, just to visit. I have a job, son, house, etc. How many of you baby boomers out there are taking care of an older/sick parent and your own family and working as well? Sat, 26 Jan 2008 08:48:28 GMT JanisRemaxRealtor http://www.mylot.com/w/discussions/1316605.aspx The DVD recommended to me Life (Part2)sounds like something I want to look at. I want to hear from more people that feel they are in "The Sandwich Generation". Mon, 29 Oct 2007 14:13:14 GMT tylerrose1965 http://www.mylot.com/w/discussions/1316494.aspx How many people out there find themselves in this phase of their life - taking care of elderly parents and helping take care and enjoy grandchildren. Give helpful hints and ideas if you find yourself here! Mon, 29 Oct 2007 11:46:12 GMT tylerrose1965 http://www.mylot.com/w/discussions/1130143.aspx It has been an increasing tendency among the youth to earn, to enjoy life to the fullest but to neglect the two people but for who they could never be where they are...Is this what lessons of moral science teach us at school or is this what they deserve? They are our creators and up-bringers...how can we ever think of neglecting their needs when its their turn to depend on us? Thu, 07 Jun 2007 08:54:02 GMT jade1986 http://www.mylot.com/w/discussions/995890.aspx My mother is almost 78 and is having some serious health issues. She has always been healthy and a caregiver. She is not doing what her doctors are telling her to do. She is still driving and is the live in guardian of her sister and brother who are also elderly and sick. Does anyone have any advice on how to be pleasant, loving and kind but at the same time let her know that she is not helping herself or my Aunt and Uncle by continuing to ignore her doctor's orders?Are there any other sandwich generation people out there - you have children and aging parents to care for at the same time? Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:48:04 GMT ShawnsBidness http://www.mylot.com/w/discussions/210558.aspx are you? Why? Mon, 13 Nov 2006 11:09:55 GMT birthlady