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Gray Monster Takeover: Essential Estate Planning Tips for the Sandwich Generation with Candace Dellacona

June 16, 2026

By Candace Dellacona

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You asked. We answered.

Gray Monster’s Kim Elliott takes over The Sandwich Generation Survival Guide to bring real, unfiltered answers to your most pressing questions. She puts host Candace Dellacona in the hot seat, where Candace draws on her experience in elder law to tackle hundreds of reader-submitted topics—nothing off limits.

From estate planning and elder law basics to caring for aging parents, family conflict, and how to have difficult conversations, this episode delivers practical guidance for adult children navigating the realities of caregiving.

No legal jargon. No sugarcoating. Just clear, actionable advice for the sandwich generation—those balancing their own lives while caring for older loved ones.

If you're searching for help with:

  • Aging parent care planning
  • Estate planning tips
  • Family caregiving challenges
  • Managing stress as a caregiver
  • Navigating difficult family dynamics

This episode is built for you. Listen now to get the insight and real-world strategies for surviving—and thriving—in the sandwich generation!

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Disclaimer: The content presented in this podcast is for general understanding and informational purposes only and is not intended to provide legal advice, nor should it be construed as legal advice. The information provided is based on general legal principles and may not reflect the current state of the law or specific details of your case. Laws vary by jurisdiction, and legal outcomes can be highly dependent on the specific facts and circumstances involved. Listening to or using this podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship between the hosts, guests, or participants and any listener. It is your responsibility to seek professional legal advice for your specific situation from a licensed professional attorney in your state.

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