Caregiving Gen X Style

Planning is not for everyone, and when you're neck deep in a caregiving emergency it's hard to think about the future.  BUT, having a caregiving plan can be invaluable as you move through your journey.  In this episode, Steve talks Richard Wexler from APlan2Age, a new non-profit that provides templates and tips on how to get that plan started.  Also, learn about Gagi's recent hospitalization, which was immediately after the most wonderful 30th anniversary trip ever. Links mentioned in this episode: APlan2Age National Conversation on Aging and Care To contact us:  Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221  Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle

The overwhelming majority of caregivers are women, but there are plenty of men out there who find themselves caring for elderly loved ones.  Men have advantages and, perhaps, disadvantages when it comes to caring.  In this all new episode of CGS, we talk about how men can use those strengths and overcome the weaknesses.   To contact us:  Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221  Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle

In this episode, we talk with Jennifer Lee (our Jennifer's name twin!) a financial advisor from Modern Wealth in Sarasota, Florida about the difficult conversation that ensues when you decide it's time to take over your loved one's finances.  Also, hear about how Nana's artistic "talents" came in handy with the salon in her assisted living facility. Links mentioned in this episode: https://modern-wealth.com/ https://squeezethejuicebook.com/ To contact us:  Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221  Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle Jennifer Lee asked us to include this in our show notes:  Discussions in this show should not be construed as specific recommendations or investment advice. Always consult with your investment professional before making important investment decisions. Securities offered through Registered Representatives of Cambridge Investment Research, Inc., a broker-dealer, member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory services offered through Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisor. Modern-Wealth, LLC and Cambridge are not affiliated.

In this all new episode, Jennifer and Steve review a brand new survey about caregiving in 2025.  The study has a ton of revealing stats about who we are as caregivers, how the "caregiver class" is growing rapidly, and how we manage to get through this life that was somewhat chosen for us.  Also, hear how Nana suddenly got all sentimental, and then backslid immediately. To contact us:  Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221  Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle

In this latest all-new Caregiving Gen X Style, Jennifer and Steve talk with Jon Levinson, co-founder of Clara Home Care.  He'll tell us about his unique business and also provide tips on how to hire in-home care to help you with your elderly loved one.  Also, we'll have some tips on battery backup devices for power outages, and learn why Steve volunteered to go live on a desert island.   Links mentioned in this episode: clarahomecare.com checkr.com To contact us:  Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221  Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle

In this all new CGS, Jennifer and Steve talk about all of the preventative steps you should be taking to try to ensure there are fewer problems down the road.  Also, they discuss a reader email from Xena, Warrior Princess (this will make more sense when you listen).   PS: We blanked a little on the name of the "incident" episode that described why Nana was on the floor for an entire weekend.  If you haven't heard it, check out "Caregiving Cautionary Tale". To contact us:  Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221  Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle

In this all new CGS, Jennifer and Steve talk with Jeannine Bryant, a senior moving specialist.  Jeannine gives great tips on how to reduce the amount of unneeded stuff in your loved one's home long before they need to move to somewhere like assisted living or a nursing home. Links mentioned in this episode: Easy Rightsizing To contact us:  Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221  Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle

In our second consecutive "travel" episode, Jennifer and Steve talk with a CGS listener who recently took an amazing and EPIC trip with her elderly mother-in-law.  She has a ton of tips for anyone brave enough to try something like she did.  Also, learn how Nana managed to create a little bit of "normalcy" in her life. To contact us:  Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221  Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle

In the first ever episode of CGS that was *not* recorded at our dining room table, join us at the dinette table in our little camper for an episode chocked full of tips on how you, the caregiver, can get away for the weekend. To contact us:  Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221  Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle

We've talked a lot about finding help in your caregiving journey.  In this episode, Jennifer and Steve talk with Nicole Smith, a Certified Senior Advisor who is also an author of the book "Diagnosis Dementia" and is the caregiver for both of her parents AND a step-parent.  She'll point us in the right direction to find help for some of the most common caregiving problems. Links mentioned in this episode: Nicole's website: https://njsmithbooks.com/ Find a CSA: https://portal.csa.us/locator/? Daughterhood.org: https://daughterhood.org/ To contact us:  Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221  Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle

In this all new CGS, Jennifer and Steve discuss the findings of a survey that talks about our lives as caregivers, specifically as it relates to insurance and money.  Also, hear about some VERY exciting news for this podcast. To contact us:  Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com  Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221  Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle

To celebrate April Fools Day, we decided to talk about what you should NOT do as a caregiver.  This led to a lot of sentences that featured double negatives, plus a herd of squirrels.  George was very happy.  Also are gifting you a full 3.5 minutes of bloopers, one of which includes a horrifying noise.  No cats were harmed in the making of this episode.  We promise. To contact us:  Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com  Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221  Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle

Scams are an unfortunate fact of life, and many of them are targeting your elderly loved ones.  Even more unfortunate is that sometimes they work.  In this episode, we go through the most common kinds of scams, and discuss how you can help your loved one avoid them.  Also, we have a "How's your Dad?" to read from a listener, and we unveil the name of our little squirrel mascot! To contact us:  Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com  Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221  Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle

In this episode, Jennifer and Steve have a fantastic conversation with Michelle Cain, a former caregiver of a mother with Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) who authored the book, "Did Mom Drop Acid?"  Also, learn about CGS' brand new mascot! Where to buy Michelle's book: https://a.co/d/ea57nwI To contact us:  Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com  Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221  Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle

We've categorized the types of caregivers and even discussed the "styles" of caregivers, but in this episode, Jennifer and Steve try to categorize the elderly loved ones we care for.  Also, we have two listener voicemails! To contact us:  Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com  Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221  Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle  

In your caregiving journey, it's a safe bet that at some point you'll have to deal with the management at some type of senior living facility, be it assisted living, a nursing home, skilled nursing, or even independent living.  In this episode, we talk with experienced senior living executive Denise Chadwick Wright about the best way to ensure it's a smooth experience.  Also, learn about the addition to Nana's apartment that could end up being the subject of many future "How's your mom?" segments! To contact us:  Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com  Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221  Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle

After a weather-related crisis in their area (which someone in our household managed to avoid) Jennifer and Steve decided to do an entire episode talking about how to avoid bad weather getting in the way of caring for your elderly loved one. To contact us:  Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com  Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221  Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle

Jennifer and Steve return from winter break with a wide-ranging discussion with medical social worker Robin Hollar.  She gives a number of great tips on how to make assisted living facilities more affordable. Links mentioned in this episode: Medicaid state waivers list: https://www.medicaid.gov/medicaid/section-1115-demo/demonstration-and-waiver-list/index.html To contact us:  Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com  Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221  Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle

Caregiving can cause a lot of disputes between siblings if they're not on the same page about how their parents should be taken care of.  In this CGS, we have a guest who has dealt with some of these disputes, and the three of us talk about how to avoid them. To contact us:  Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com  Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221  Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle

In the 50th episode of CGS, Jennifer and Steve (despite not being lawyers) talk about the legal documents that will help you and your elderly loved ones during your caregiving journey. Don't miss all of the "squirrel" tangents, including one about the cat cookie jar that Jennifer refers to as a "nightmare." To contact us:  Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com  Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221  Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle