Role Reversal: Taking Care Of Our Parents

In this episode, Glenn discusses how to manage and maintain healthy boundaries and perspectives during a time when roles are reversed between our parents and us, and we become their caretakers. Glenn and Ben also take a moment to thank everyone for 5 years of Life, Lessons & Laughter!

Reviews

Really good but I thought it might be more about how we look after our parents emotionally as children and into adulthood. Thanks Glenn. I should have read the info first!

I have 3 kids and we call our "group chat" Fab 5. So, happy fab 5! I've been listening for some time and enjoy your podcasts. This was a fantastic blend of a little banter and a lot of great advice. This easily applies to parenting too. Being in the sandwich years myself, I completely relate. I love when you said you couldn't parent from guilt, this really struck a chord. One thing I would add; if your elderly parents have the financial means, considering hiring out tasks that neither they or you are able to do or find overly cumbersome. Best wishes for many more excellent podcasts!

Great tips on a tough subject. Thanks guys. Love and blessings 💙 x

There were certainly some good points here. I’m an only child age 67 taking care of both parents age 91 and 92 whom still live at home. Dad Chan go to the VA nursing home but ma refuses to go anywhere because she has to die at home therefore daddy will not leave her. I’ve been doing this over 10 years now and have sacrificed a life to do everything for them. Oh and mama has narcissist behavior and my dad is her enabler. That’s a story for another time.

For anyone reading this I can always use encouragement and well wishes. Many thanks. 💜