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Sandwich Generation

The Sandwich Generation refers to individuals who are being pulled by the needs of their children and parents. Although their children may be getting older, they still ?need? their parents. In addition, their parents are getting older and now need to rely on them as well. Watch this newsclip: (http://www.cbn.com/cbnnews/healthscience/2009/May/Are-You-Caught-in-the-Sandwich-Generation/). Talk to someone you know who is a part of this sandwich generation about their experience. Describe the issues facing the Sandwich Generation and how we can support them. Be sure to incorporate developmental theory and concepts that affect sandwiched individuals and relate this to the person you interviewed.