Monthly Archives: June 2008

by rosemary, June 11, 2008

As more Baby Boomers become caretakers for their aging fathers, the stress of struggling with the issues this raises can become overwhelming. When you feel sandwiched between the demands of career and family, reach out for support. Don’t do it alone – secure help, even if it is over your parents’ objections, and have support systems in place. Reach out, create a network, hire someone to assist them as often as you think is necessary. Betty was frantic about making arrangements for her dad after his stroke. “I was so … Continue reading →

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by rosemary, June 11, 2008

As Sandwiched Boomers, it’s difficult to watch as your parents deteriorate. And they may complicate the situation by being in denial about their vulnerable condition. It’s up to you to acknowledge the true state of affairs and be straightforward in dealing with your father’s increasing fragility. A number of issues must be discussed, uncomfortable as that is – health care directives in an emergency, long-term care options, the designated power of attorney, distribution of income and assets. After evaluating the practical issues that need to be managed, you will feel … Continue reading →

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by rosemary, June 9, 2008

With Father’s Day approaching, later this week we’ll be announcing the winner of our contest honoring fathers and the unique role they play in our lives. We will print selected entries here in the blog and in our free newsletter, Stepping Stones, available through our website, www.HerMentorCenter.com Sandwiched Boomers have been sharing with us their childhood memories of their fathers – and how these men have shaped their grown daughters in important ways. Tricia talked about how her recollections of the active role her father played in her life were … Continue reading →

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by phyllis, June 6, 2008

A dramatic chase scene in order to elude the press corps, followed by a secret meeting under the cover of darkness – that sure sounds mysterious. Yet makes sense in this complicated political campaign, full of inuendo and little closure. But doesn’t it actually parallel conflict resolution in real life? You have an argument with your partner over some issue that is important to both of you and then – after calming down and thinking it over – a productive discussion follows. But that’s not the end of it, even … Continue reading →

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