On this Talk of Iowa, host Charity Nebbe speaks with experts in caregiving and those caught in this "sandwich generation," balancing care for aging parents and children. (This show originally aired May 22, 2025.)
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Caregiving always comes with challenges, but those in the sandwich generation are pulled between the needs of several generations. -
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird is among those leading a lawsuit against the federal government's new requirement for nursing home staffing. -
Adovcates say there is a critical need for providers who understand the unique needs of people who faced great trauma to come to America.
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According to the AARP, 330,000 caregivers are working without pay while caring for loved ones and family members who are unable to care for themselves due to age, illness or disability. -
There are 330,000 unpaid caregivers in Iowa right now. We’ll talk about the challenges they face and what could be done to give them the support they need for this essential work.
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A look at recent Alzheimer’s research that will be discussed at an upcoming Dementia Summit, as well as a discussion on the importance of early intervention
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All this week, IPR’s Rob Dillard has been exploring what it means to be a caregiver in Iowa.We wrap up the series by having a discussion with a number of…
