17 || Alexis: Contemplating a life on pause

from Real Conversations about Aging Parents

Welcome!In this episode we speak with Alexis about the dementia journey with her Dad and recent life changes she has made in order to support her mother. We talk about taking the keys away from her father, the stressors of inflexible physician careers, and deep dive the delicate decisions made when weighing out a life on pause.Alexis can be found on Instagram: @alexisgopalmdCaveats:This is a judgement free zoneThere are no "shoulds" allowed, we live in curiosityTake what works well for you, leave the rest!This podcast is for informational purposes only; it is not intended as formal legal, financial or medical adviceMy course "unSandwiched: Manage mental drama about aging parents" IS NOW LIVE!! If you are finding value in this podcast, please share and leave a review so others can find it too!RebeccaDisclaimer: The information presented on this podcast is solely for information purposes. We do not provide medical, legal, financial, or other professional advice through this podcast and we are not responsible for any errors or omissions. It is your responsibility to seek advice from a licensed professional. Any actions you take are done at your own risk.

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