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EPISODE · Dec 30, 2025 · 47 MIN

Episode 13: The Delicate Dance Of Siblings And Seniors

from If It's Not One Thing, It's Joanna · host Karin and Andrew Edelson

In this conversation, Stacey McCandlish shares her family's journey, focusing on the dynamics between siblings as they navigate rapid changes in their parents’ care and, ultimately, a cross country move. The discussion highlights the importance of communication, planning, and the roles each family member plays in ensuring the well-being of their parents. Through personal anecdotes, Stacey illustrates the impact of dementia, the struggles and triumphs of managing care, and the need for siblings to come together in these challenging times. Chapters (00:00:06) - 耀 Lucky 13(00:02:05) - A Taste of Dementia on the Podcast(00:07:22) - Stacy on Her Parents' Drama(00:09:57) - Stacey McCandlish on Caregiving(00:16:52) - The Alzheimer's Care Transition(00:24:01) - A moment of silence for the chronically ill(00:24:42) - The Pain of Grieving Your Parents' Death(00:29:35) - What Advice Would You Have for People Going Through a Senior Care Transition(00:34:37) - The Dignity of Alzheimer's(00:38:11) - This Cross Country Move for a Senior Citizen(00:42:08) - A Silent Retreat for Caregivers

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In this conversation, Stacey McCandlish shares her family's journey, focusing on the dynamics between siblings as they navigate rapid changes in their parents’ care and, ultimately, a cross country move. The discussion highlights the importance of communication, planning, and the roles each family member plays in ensuring the well-being of their parents. Through personal anecdotes, Stacey illustrates the impact of dementia, the struggles and triumphs of managing care, and the need for siblings to come together in these challenging times.

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