https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33 For Mrs. Bartlett en-us 2023-05-16 15:59:24 UTC 2023-05-21 18:43:30 UTC hello@padlet.com tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2593337106 According to the Oxford Dictionary, a Sandwich Generation is:
a generation of people, typically in their thirties or forties, responsible both for bringing up their own children and for the care of their ageing parents.]]> 2023-05-16 16:03:45 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2593337106 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2593338580 2023-05-16 16:04:54 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2593338580 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2593339365 2023-05-16 16:05:29 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2593339365 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2593339859 2023-05-16 16:05:54 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2593339859 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2593340309 2023-05-16 16:06:16 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2593340309 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2593342823 2023-05-16 16:08:09 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2593342823 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2593343658 2023-05-16 16:08:40 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2593343658 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2593384129 Kelly, J. (2023, February 27). The “sandwich generation” is financially taking care of their parents, kids and themselves. Forbes. https://www.forbes.com/sites/jackkelly/2023/02/24/the-sandwich-generation-is-financially-taking-care-of-their-parents-kids-and-themselves/ ]]> 2023-05-16 16:34:25 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2593384129 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2593384752 The Sandwich generation are adults who are between 35-65 who are taking care of their elderly parents and are raising a minor in a family setting. ]]> 2023-05-16 16:34:59 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2593384752 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2593387191 In 2002, Stats Canada said that 712,000 Canadian individuals were caught in between a sandwich generation family. ]]> 2023-05-16 16:36:59 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2593387191 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598482549 Those who are the designated caregivers of a sandwich generation styled family can have a sense of overwhelming stress, and a feeling of hopelessness. ]]> 2023-05-20 19:04:24 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598482549 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598483861 Caregivers can easily lose touch with friends, and feel like they are working so hard and yet they can not succeed. They may begin to not take care of themselves as much, and eventually become burnt out. ]]> 2023-05-20 19:07:54 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598483861 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598484654 Caregivers can experience financial problems since they are regularily paying bills, taxes, and taking care of their family. However, they are additionally taking care of their elderly parents. Things like medication, doctor appointments, physio appointments, and elderly activities can be an extra expense. ]]> 2023-05-20 19:09:59 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598484654 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598488681 The unique challenges faced by the sandwich generation as caregivers. The Kensington White Plains. (2022, March 28). https://thekensingtonwhiteplains.com/challenges-faced-by-sandwich-generation-caregivers/#:~:text=This%20sandwich%20generation%20of%20caregivers,and%20eventually%20experience%20caregiver%20burnout ]]> 2023-05-20 19:19:05 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598488681 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598489443 Caring for Kids and Aging Parents: The “sandwich” generation is under strain. Caring for Kids and Aging Parents: The “Sandwich” Generation Is Under Strain. (2022, December 15). https://myhealth.ucsd.edu/RelatedItems/6,1658944539#:~:text=And%20when%20compared%20with%20those,and%20exhaustion%2C%20the%20researchers%20found ]]> 2023-05-20 19:21:20 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598489443 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598491431 The caregiver's relationship with their spouse, older parents, and children can become Authoritarian as they do not feel like they have enough control over their life, and therefore resort to controlling those around them. ]]> 2023-05-20 19:26:42 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598491431 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598494987 Their own retirement funds are at risk because they are paying for everything, and they may not have enough to invest in their own personal health and future. ]]> 2023-05-20 19:36:48 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598494987 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598496703 Extra curricular activities and education for their children may be a big expense, and vacations for their family may cost even more since they are paying for a larger number of people. ]]> 2023-05-20 19:41:26 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598496703 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598504315 Having a sandwich generation family lifestyle can create a stronger bond between those involved, and can help bridge the generational gap between children and there grandparents.]]> 2023-05-20 20:02:57 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598504315 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598872370 The caregivers in a sandwich generation family can go out for a date night and have their older parents watch the kids while they go out and spend quality time together as a couple.]]> 2023-05-21 15:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598872370 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598874437 One gets to spend more quality time with their aging parents. A large concern that middle aged individuals have with aging parents is spending enough time with them before their parent's die, and sandwich generation families offer that.]]> 2023-05-21 15:20:38 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598874437 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598874947 Intriago, J. (2022, March 31). 5 benefits of the Sandwich Generation Household. Seasons. https://www.seasons.com/the-ability-to-live-independently-and-flexibly/2491920/ 

]]> 2023-05-21 15:21:37 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598874947 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598882730 Sandwich generation familes often give emotional support to all individuals involved. ]]> 2023-05-21 15:36:53 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598882730 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598883101 Sandwich generation familes always have to support each individual through finances. ]]> 2023-05-21 15:37:39 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598883101 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598887114 Sandwich generation families often give physical support to their aging parents, and growing children. ]]> 2023-05-21 15:45:24 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598887114 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598892443 When the caregiver's children grow up enough to work, they can financially help out their parents and grandparents. ]]> 2023-05-21 15:54:58 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598892443 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598950503 Individuals take care of their elderly parents as if they were children; solely dependent upon them for just about everything. ]]> 2023-05-21 17:45:11 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598950503 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598952834 Parker, K. (2013, January 30). The sandwich generation. Pew Research Center’s Social & Demographic Trends Project. https://www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2013/01/30/the-sandwich-generation/  ]]> 2023-05-21 17:49:46 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598952834 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598953685 Around 47% of adults aged 40-59 have a parent aged 65+ and are raising their children.  ]]> 2023-05-21 17:51:31 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598953685 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598963914 Money becomes a large issue for caregivers, as they don't want to limit their elderly parent's life, but can not spend money on additional wants all the time. After a while money can be a source of conflict and affect their relationships with family and others. ]]> 2023-05-21 18:10:23 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598963914 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598967782 Find the right retirement residence for you. The Sandwich Generation: Who are Canada’s family caregivers and how are they doing? (n.d.). https://chartwell.com/en/blog/2019/08/who-are-canada's-family-caregivers-and-how-are-they-doing ]]> 2023-05-21 18:17:50 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598967782 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598969320 Williams, C. (2019, October 8). The Sandwich Generation. Consumer policy research database - Office of Consumer Affairs (OCA) - Consumer issues - Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada. http://www.ic.gc.ca/app/oca/crd/dcmnt.do?id=901&lang=eng ]]> 2023-05-21 18:20:45 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598969320 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598972839 2023-05-21 18:27:23 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598972839 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598977750 Around 5-30 hours is dedicated to taking care of their elderly parents on-top of their job and time spent with children. ]]> 2023-05-21 18:36:01 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598977750 tlcchatterson737 https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598979076 The unique problems facing Canada’s sandwich generation: Integrated advisory. The Unique Problems Facing Canada’s Sandwich Generation | Integrated Advisory. (2022, June 27). https://www.wealthco.ca/posts/the-unique-problems-facing-canadas-sandwich-generation ]]> 2023-05-21 18:38:41 UTC https://padlet.com/tlcchatterson737/1335xc1eb9i38l33/wish/2598979076