The Challenges of Navigating the Sandwich Generation with Vanessa Grigoriadis

Candace Dellacona welcomes Vanessa Grigoriadis, acclaimed investigative journalist, co-founder of Campside Media, and host of the new podcast So Your Parents Are Old, to The Sandwich Generation Survival Guide. Vanessa shares her personal journey into caregiving after her father’s cancer diagnosis and caring for an aging parent, sparking a candid conversation about what it really means to be in the sandwich generation. From difficult financial and long-term care conversations to navigating memory loss, this episode pulls back the curtain on the emotional and logistical realities families face every day. Raw, honest, and deeply relatable, this conversation highlights why proactive planning, community support, and open dialogue matter—and how podcasting has become a powerful tool for bringing these often-quiet conversations into the open. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome01:20 Vanessa's Background and Upbringing04:34 Career Highlights and Personal Life07:33 The Turning Point: Parents' Health Decline09:15 Navigating Financial and Caregiving Challenges16:28 Creating a Supportive Community22:26 The Importance of Addressing Elder Care31:05 Conclusion and Podcast InformationTo subscribe to Vanessa’s podcast, So Your Parents Are Old, visit https://join.campsidemedia.com/podcastFollow Vanessa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-grigoriadis-b44257207/