82: Caring for Aging Parents from a Distance - Preventing Caregiver Burnout with Janice Goldmintz
About this episode
This episode discusses how couples can manage the challenges of caring for aging parents from a distance while maintaining their relationship.
Navigating the care of our aging parents is one of the most profound, yet least talked about, transitions we face as adults. This is really common—we rarely sit down to discuss end-of-life wishes or logistics until a sudden medical crisis throws us into an emotional whirlwind. When you are managing this transition from a distance—whether due to life circumstances or the unique demands of military deployment and relocation—the weight can easily ripple into your marriage, leading to invisible strain and emotional disconnection. In this episode, I sit down with gerontologist Janice Goldmintz to explore how couples can navigate these heavy role reversals, manage complex family dynamics, and protect their relationship bond while honoring their parents' autonomy. What this really means is that you don't have to carry this heavy weight alone. You'll walk away with small, practical tools to stay on the same team with your partner, lean on external resources safely, and build your own emotional resilience toolkit so you can thrive, not just survive. >>>Make sure to like, review, and subscribe to get all the future episodes and help the podcast be found by others who would benefit the…
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