Alyson Austin's journey highlights the challenges of balancing personal and familial responsibilities as she moved from California to Maine. After struggling with high housing costs and the financial demands of a mortgage in California, she re-evaluated her priorities during the pandemic. Ultimately, she decided to purchase her mother’s home in Maine, significantly reducing her monthly expenses and allowing her to support her mother. As an entrepreneur, Austin adjusted her career to work remotely, reflecting the evolving dynamics of the sandwich generation.
The pandemic made me rethink my priorities, leading to the ultimate decision to move back to Maine and care for my mother, who needed my help.
I’m among the increasing number of people in the 'sandwich generation' who are taking on parental obligations while also caring for their own children.
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