If you have a parent nearing retirement and find yourself building a family of your own, then you belong to the sandwich generation.

The sandwich generation refers to a group of middle-aged individuals who feel the pressure of providing for both their aging parents and their growing children. 

Supporting Elderly Parents

Think about this: you and your siblings may have a mother in retirement age whose living expenses you have to subsidize. Perhaps one of you and your siblings would take her in. In our Filipino culture, we often live with our elderly parents and support them. This can be a struggle as you support a parent and provide for the needs of your own family too. Still, this is a common practice and even in other countries, this is done as well.

Nevertheless, the reality is, helping retired parents while still maintaining boundaries can be challenging. This is particularly in terms of resources such as time and money.

Keeping Boundaries in Check

Working, you may not have the time to care for your parents. As a result, they may feel bored, depressed, or isolated. In terms of financials, there is also the dilemma of where to prioritize your money–for your parents’ health or for your children’s education? These are just some of the challenges many with retired parents struggle with everyday.

This is why you need to keep boundaries. You have to establish appropriate, reasonable boundaries with your aging or retired parents. Let them know what you’re willing to help them with. If you have other siblings, have them pitch in to help as well. Talk about your parent’s needs and what you can all do to contribute to their everyday needs.

If necessary, you can find safe and affordable adult daycare and assisted living facilities such as Blessed Home.

Our facility can provide them with a structured schedule that would allow them to engage and socialize, take part in various activities, and feel part of a warm community. They will also have healthy meals. You will also have peace of mind that they are safe, secure, and monitored by out in-house medical and caregiving staff.

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