When the time comes to consider long-term care or assisted living for an aging parent or loved one, the process can feel overwhelming. How do you know which senior living community is right? What should families look for? And what is it really like to work inside a long-term care or assisted living community?

In this episode of The Sandwich Generation, Sara and Lisa sit down with their very own Shannon Harris, who brings years of experience working in long-term care as a facility administrator and executive director. Together, they talk about the realities of working in long-term care, assisted living, nursing homes, and senior living communities — including the stress and challenges employees face and, more importantly, the passionate people who dedicate their careers to caring for older adults.

Whether you're just beginning to explore senior living options for an aging parent, actively touring assisted living communities, or suddenly finding yourself navigating a long-term care decision, this conversation offers practical information and perspective to help you feel more prepared.

We discuss what families should look for when choosing a senior living community, questions to ask during a tour, what to consider when moving a loved one into assisted living or long-term care, and important things families should keep in mind throughout the process.

If you're part of the Sandwich Generation and trying to balance caring for an aging parent while managing your own family, career, and responsibilities, this episode is for you.

Because choosing long-term care isn't just about finding a place for your loved one — it's about finding the right fit, building trust, and knowing they're cared for by people who truly care.

Be sure to subscribe, like, comment, and share The Sandwich Generation podcast, and if something in this episode resonates with you, go back and watch our other episodes for more helpful conversations about navigating aging and caregiving.