Liz O'Donnell

Liz O'Donnell, founder of Working Daughter and author of the insightful book on caregiving, shares her transformative journey through the challenges of supporting aging parents. She discusses the often unnoticed burdens of caregiving while balancing work and family life. Topics include the complexities of sibling dynamics, the importance of self-care, and the stigma surrounding elder care in the workplace. Liz emphasizes the necessity of open conversations about caregiving and the unexpected grace that can emerge from these experiences.

In this insightful discussion, Liz O'Donnell, founder of Working Daughter and author, dives into the emotional and financial toll of elder care in America. She highlights how this burden often falls disproportionately on women, especially those in the sandwich generation. O'Donnell shares personal stories and the hidden challenges caregivers face, urging open dialogue and systemic change. The conversation emphasizes the need for workplace policies that support caregivers and calls for greater awareness about the complexities of caring for aging parents.