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141: The 'D' Word with Pete Hill - Episode 141
141: The 'D' Word with Pete Hill - Episode 141
141: The 'D' Word with Pete Hill - Episode 141
Friday 31st October 2025
Explore the challenges of the sandwich generation with Sherry King, offering insights into balancing caregiving and personal life.
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Episode Overview
- Recognise yourself as a carer to access support.
- Employers need greater awareness of carers' challenges.
- Small self-care actions can make a big difference.
- Workplace culture impacts carers' wellbeing.
- Support systems for carers are crucial.
"You can't be everything to everyone; sometimes something has to give."
Curious about how others manage the complexities of caring for ageing parents while juggling their own families? This episode of 'The D Word' with Pete Hill features a heartfelt conversation with Sherry King, who shares her personal journey as part of the 'sandwich generation.' Sherry opens up about the challenges she faced when her mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's, highlighting the lack of support for those caught between caring for elderly parents and raising young children.
She talks about founding Sandwich Generation Support to help others in similar situations and offers practical advice on maintaining mental and physical health amidst these demands. Sherry's insights into the emotional toll and the invisible nature of this caregiving role resonate deeply, as she emphasises the importance of recognising oneself as a carer to access necessary support. The episode also touches on the impact of workplace culture on carers and the need for greater awareness among employers.
Through engaging anecdotes and candid reflections, Sherry and Pete discuss the broader implications for society and the steps needed to improve support systems for carers. This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with similar responsibilities or looking to understand the silent struggles of the sandwich generation. Are you ready to rethink how we support carers in our communities?