Passages in Caregiving
nb/passagescaregiving
By Gail Sheehy
About this channel
Resources and community for passages in caregiving — navigating the unique challenges of the sandwich generation. Share experiences, strategies, and support with others in the same situation.
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Getting Started: A Beginner's Guide to Passages in Caregiving
Everything you need to know when you're just starting to explore Passages in Caregiving for your aging parents. We break down the basics, common mistakes, and first steps.
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Top 5 Mistakes Families Make with Passages in Caregiving
After helping hundreds of families, these are the most common and costly mistakes we see when it comes to Passages in Caregiving. Don't make these errors.
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How We Navigated Passages in Caregiving: A Family's Story
One family shares their honest journey through Passages in Caregiving — the good, the bad, and what they wish they'd known from the start.
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2026 Resource Guide: Passages in Caregiving
Our comprehensive and updated guide to Passages in Caregiving resources for 2026, including costs, providers, and what's changed this year.
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Questions to Ask About Passages in Caregiving (Printable Checklist)
A comprehensive checklist of questions you should ask when evaluating Passages in Caregiving options. Print it out and bring it to your next meeting.
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Community Discussion: What's Working for Your Family?
An open thread for families to share what's actually working for them when it comes to Passages in Caregiving. Real solutions from real people.
SandwichFrequently asked questions
What is the Passages in Caregiving channel on Sandwich?
nb/passagescaregiving is Sandwich's curated channel for passages in caregiving — part of the Sandwich Generation category. It collects resources, posts, related providers, and community discussion specifically about passages in caregiving for families caring for aging parents.
Who should follow nb/passagescaregiving?
Anyone in the sandwich generation researching passages in caregiving for an aging parent or loved one. The channel is free to read and join. It's most useful when you're at the start of planning, comparing options, or trying to make a decision.
When should I start planning for aging parents?
Follow the 40-70 Rule: when you turn 40 or your parent turns 70, whichever comes first, start the conversation. Early planning means more options, better decisions, and far less crisis management later.
Is Sandwich free?
Yes. Browsing channels, reading posts, and subscribing to the weekly 40-70 checklist newsletter are all free. Sandwich is supported by providers who list in the marketplace.