In the United States, almost a quarter of all adults are part of the “sandwich generation." This group includes those juggling the responsibilities of caring for a parent (65 years or older) while also supporting a child.
If you're a caregiver or know someone who is, thank you — your selfless dedication truly makes a difference — and please dive into the resources available on Wellabe's Be informed blog. Here, you'll find a wealth of articles designed to equip, protect, and prepare you for the unique challenges of caregiving.
Since July is National Sandwich Generation Month, we'd like to spotlight a few of our favorite resources:
It’s not easy watching your parents age. It’s even harder when you find yourself in the position of making decisions about their care planning and how to pay for it. If you’re facing this situation, you aren’t alone.
If you’re weighing senior care options for yourself or a loved one, it’s important to learn what each type offers, which will work best for your situation, and what insurance will cover. To help you, we’ve defined and compared the types of senior care available, unmasked what Medicare covers and doesn’t cover, and described how supplemental insurance policies can help fill in coverage gaps so you’re always well protected.
A fall at home can be devastating physically, emotionally, and financially for older people. It can result in an unexpected hospital stay and make activities more difficult — even daunting. That’s why it’s important to protect older adults by taking steps to minimize the risk of falls in the home.
Wellabe offers life and supplemental health insurance plans to help you prepare for good days and bad. We’ll always be here to empower you to be well — well prepared, well protected, and well loved.
