By Marianne Sciucco, New York, US
One parent with dementia is challenging enough, but when you have TWO parents with dementia while raising young children it’s easy to fall into despair and chaos. When Christy Byrne Yates, a licensed educational psychologist, writer, and speaker, found herself in this situation, she learned the necessary skills she needed to not only provide care to her parents and children, but also to herself.
In this replay of the AlzAuthors Aging & Amazing Books & Chit Chat discussion, she shares her insights, offering practical tips on navigating family dynamics, building a legacy of love in caregiving, and providing emotional resilience and support
Christy’s openness about her emotional struggles and the lessons learned from her parents offers a profound exploration of the caregiving experience, reminding listeners of the enduring power of love, empathy, and self-discovery within the caregiving journey. Her unique perspective and heartfelt reflections make this episode a must-listen for anyone seeking valuable insights and guidance in managing the complexities of caregiving for aging parents, especially those dealing with dementia.
Author of Building a Legacy of Love: Thriving in the Sandwich Generation, she’s a member of the AlzAuthors management team, and co-host and producer of the “Untangling Alzheimer’s & Dementia” podcast.
In this episode, you will:
- Discover the power of self-care while caring for parents with dementia.
- Uncover the secrets to building a lasting legacy of love in your caregiving journey.
- Navigate and defuse challenging family dynamics while caring for loved ones.
- Unlock the top tips for managing the unique challenges of being a sandwich generation caregiver.
Quotes:
“Our energy can be just sucked dry with this. But one of the things is you don’t know where you’re going until you have a plan, right?”
“You don’t have to go back to school and become a gerontologist to take care of your parents. Lean into some of the people you know who have that brilliance. But then, what are you good at? And how can you organize your life that way?”
About Christy Byrne Yates, MS
In addition to being an author, Christy is a Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP), a credentialed school psychologist, a speaker, and life coach. As the mother of two – now grown – children, she became an expert in navigating life’s challenges and opportunities, including living in the “Sandwich Generation,” those raising children while caring for aging parents.
After the podcast
Read Christy’s AlzAuthors post: Christy Yates Helps Caregivers Raising Children Ease the Squeeze
Purchase Building a Legacy of Love: Thriving in the Sandwich Generation.
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