From the monthly archives:

June 2009

Sandwich Generation caregivers and grandparents can find useful links at Sandwichink today on such topics as Swine Flu, creative popsicles, Medicare and more.

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Help our aging parents and our grandkids to stay safe this 4th when having firework displays. Also make sure aging parents alarm systems have fresh batteries.

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As caregivers, we all experience difficult days. Here is a lovely poem to remind us that Jesus is our key to Heaven, where there is no more sorrow.

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Flying to see grandkids or aging parents? Airlines are now charging several extra fees! Makes me appreciate my Southwest Rapids Rewards even more!

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Fun 4th of July crafts and projects for grandparents and grandkids to make and share with elderly neighbors and relatives. Great for the homeschool curriculum!

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What with family vacations coming up (including multi-generational vacations which are becoming more popular than ever); grandkids’ summer activities like swim lessons and vacation Bible school, and the always ongoing doctor and dentist appointments for aging parents and grandparents, it can be very handy to know what kind of weather you can expect, even in the summer. This is especially important for those living in hurricane areas. Check out these great money saver tips for free weather resources coupled with a review of the latest Boomer & Senior Blog Carnival.

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Resources to prevent an elderly trip and fall, including grab bars for bathrooms, shower stools, and a medical alert system using an emergency pendant or watch.

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Resource-full links and tips for grandparents, caregivers, and others of the Baby Boomer Generation, known as the Sandwich Generation.

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A significant cause of injury and death among older adults, particularly elderly women, is when they trip and fall. Bathtub and toilet grab bars are vital!

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Special, last-minute Father’s Day gift ideas, including a gift book of coupons for dad from SandwichINK. Another great idea is an Amazon gift card!

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During mom’s skin cancer treatments, the doctor gave her one of those cute little stress balls to hold. They really helped take her mind off the pain a bit…

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My grandkids decided they wanted to try Paper Boats as swimming pool toys! “Hooray! Cheap Toys!” They worked great and we had a blast!

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SandwichINK has news for the Baby Boomer Generation of caregiver – a warning about Zicam followed by an excellent resource site for caregivers of aging parents.

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As a grandparents, it is vital for me to be vigilant as I care for my grandkids – both for my grand-toddlers and my grandkids in their home schooling program.

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SandwichINK provides great resources from Twitter for caregivers, grandparents, and others of the Baby Boomer Generation, known as the Sandwich Generation.

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