Spread Thin

by Marilee Masternick

A podcast for the Sandwich Generation. Have aging parents? This podcast is for you. We will discuss all topics related to senior care. We will cover levels of care, advocacy, hospice, home care, assisted livings, rehab, hospital stays and so much more. Each episode we will cover a topic and take questions from listeners.

Podcast episodes

  • Season 1

  • Open Enrollment

    Open Enrollment

    We talk with Emily, owner of Senior Servicing. For over 30 years Senior Servicing has been a trusted advisor to ensure people of all ages receive the most from their healthcare coverage. We talk with Emily about the upcoming open enrollment and what people can and should do to prepare. We also touch on the billing aspect and what to look for on bills. Emily provides a wealth of knowledge about Medicare Part D, Part A, Part B and then Advantage plans.

  • A Grandma's Perspective

    A Grandma's Perspective

    This episode is different from what we usually do. I interviewed my grandma to get her perspective on aging. We talk about decisions she has made, when to move and help is needed. Our family talks very openly about her aging and a few things were still a surprise to me.

  • Transitioning from the Child to Adult Caregiver

    Transitioning from the Child to Adult Caregiver

    Transitioning from child to adult caregiver can either happen overnight or can be a gradual process. Either way, it's a big change. All parties involved typically are in new roles and wanting to do the best they can, but it is hard. Kim and Marybeth take us through their journey and talk about what it looked like, how they coped, resources they used and most surprising things they can upon.

  • We Are At The Hospital ... Now What?

    We Are At The Hospital ... Now What?

    We interview Dr. Tobias Banks who is a Hospitalist at a large hospital system in Ohio. He talks about what to expect when you or someone you know comes into the ER and is admitted. We review main reasons for admit, what to do upon discharge and what you can do to be prepared. If you have an aging parent that has had a hospital visit you need to listen to this.

  • Levels of Care

    Levels of Care

    We talk about ALLLL the different levels of care. We start with the brick and mortar and talk about Independent Livings, Assisted Livings and Skilled Nursing Facilities. From there we talk about Home Health Care, Home Care, Hospice and any other services involved. It can be confusing but our guest Jess Masternick does a nice job of explaining them.