The Sandwich Generation Survival Guide

In episode 5, "Miss Independence- Talking prenups, postnups, and planning," The Sandwich Generation's Candace Dellacona and Jodi Argentino discuss the importance of agreements to set you up for success. They emphasize the need for a comprehensive agreement, premarital or otherwise, that covers various aspects of a person's life, such as home, savings, children, and financial obligations. Jodi shares her experience drafting a prenuptial agreement and the common conversation starters, sticking points, and issues people should discuss before making a significant commitment to another person (or persons). Candace and Jodi talk about acknowledging the past, protecting your present, and planning for the future to maintain independence! If you are interested in learning more or have any questions, please feel free to contact Jodi at [email protected] and Candace at [email protected]

In episode 4, “Aging with Visibility: Advocating for Our Elderly LGBTQ+ Loved Ones,” The Sandwich Generation’s Candace Dellacona and Jodi Argentino are joined by special guests, Sadiya Abjani, Director of Training and Instructional Design, and Nicholas Watson, Managing Director of Social Enterprises, from SAGE, the leading LGBTQ+ aging experts, to discuss the unique issues and challenges that LGBTQ+ older adults face, as well as some of the resources and services that SAGE provides across the United States.SAGE is America's oldest and largest non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQ+ older adults. If you are or know an older LGBTQ+ adult that can benefit from SAGE’s services, please visit the SAGE website at www.sageusa.orgIf you are an LGBTQ+ elder or care for one, call the free national SAGE LGBTQ+ Elder Hotline, toll-free, at 877-360-LGBT(5428). The hotline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in English and Spanish, with translation in 180 languages.

"I'm Coming Out!" When your child comes out as LGBTQIA+, it takes a village to support, love, and affirm them in the best possible ways. Jodi and Candace talk about how you can support your child through their LGBTQIA+ journey!

Jodi and Candace discuss the concept of true self-care...of putting on your own oxygen mask first so that you can take care of those around you

Welcome to the Sandwich Generation Survival Guide! Jodi and Candace talk about what the sandwich generation is, how this idea came about, and how this survival guide will help you!