Feeling squeezed between caring for your children and elderly loved ones?
If so, you’re not alone. An increasing number of Americans find themselves caught in the “sandwich generation,” often not sure how to cope with the emotional and financial stress of being pulled in two directions.
“Taking Care While Giving Care: Coping with the Challenges of the Sandwich Generation,” presented by the Family Center of Grosse Pointe and Harper Woods in partnership with Assumption Cultural Center and Senior Expo, will take place from 5:30-9 pm on Feb. 6 at the Assumption Cultural Center, 21800 Marter Road, St. Clair Shores. This free program is sponsored by ShorePointe Village. Light food and refreshments will be served.
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“If you find yourself in the middle of caring for aging relatives while balancing the pressures of your own life, you will learn a lot from this evening’s presentations and the opportunity to meet with resource organizations,” said Family Center Director Debbie Liedel.
The presentations include:
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Survival Tips for the Sandwich Generation
Sharon Maier, executive director, Services for Older Citizens, and Heidi Uhlig, MSW, director of volunteer services, Services for Older Citizens
When caring for your parents and your family, planning and preparation are important, but it is also important to realize that you can’t do it all on your own.
The 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Barbara Roden, owner, Senior Helpers, and board member of the Alzheimer’s Association Greater Michigan Chapter
One of the hardest parts about the disease—especially in the early stages—is tha tone cannot readily see that something is wrong.
Comfort Care: Understanding Palliative Care and Hospice Services
Kathleen Balzoff, RN, MSN, nurse practitioner, Palliative Medicine, St. John Providence/Providence Park Hospital
Learn how Palliative Care and Hospice Services provide compassionate care for patients facing life-threatening illnesses.
Call to Vendors--Exhibit Space Available
Business and organizations who work with the seniors in our community have an exciting opportunity to spotlight their work by through exhibit space and sponsorship for this event. Please call (313) 432-3832 for information.
RSVP online for this event at www.familycenterweb.org. For additional information, call The Family Center at (313) 432-3832 or e-mail to info@familycenterweb.org.
The mission of The Family Center is to serve our community through programs and resources vital to today's families. Its vision is to enrich our community through stronger families. The center seeks to achieve this by working with parents, caregivers, and all those who interface with our youth and families, including educators, physicians and mental health professionals.
