S2EP3 Elder Care with Maria Thomas

S2EP3 Elder Care with Maria Thomas

Kelly sits with Maria Thomas to unpack the often unspoken trials and tribulations of elderly care. With an increasing number of adult children finding themselves as primary caregivers for their aging parents, this conversation sheds light on the emotional, financial, and logistical challenges that come with this role.

Maria, navigating the complexities of caring for a loved one with early-onset Alzheimer's, shares her personal journey and the impact it has had on her family dynamics. From confronting the harsh realities of healthcare costs to the emotional toll of transitioning a parent into a care facility, this episode offers a candid look at the "sandwich generation" caught between raising their children and tending to their elderly.

Maria's story is a testament to the strength and resilience required to manage the delicate balance of caregiving.

📋 Episode Chapters
(01:58) Early onset of Alzheimer's
(19:33) Affects of elderly care on family members
(20:41) Having financial conversations
(26:31) Caring for yourself
(29:23) Be your own advocate with Alzheimer's

Mentioned in this episode:

Sandwich generation - APA article: https://www.apa.org/topics/families/sandwich-generation

Alzheimers website: alzheimers.org

Yolo county Senior Advocacy: https://www.yolohealthyaging.org

Solano county senior advocacy: https://www.solanocounty.com/about/living/services_for_seniors.asp

Therapist Nicole Sachs: https://www.thecureforchronicpain.com/aboutnicole

Bureau of Labor Statistics https://www.bls.gov/

US Department of Labor https://www.dol.gov/

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

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) https://www.cdss.ca.gov/in-home-supportive-services

Meals on Wheels https://www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/

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