by Rachel | Nov 3, 2025 | Conference, Events, Sandwiched KC News, Uncategorized
On November 1, 2025, Sandwiched KC and family caregivers from all over the Kansas City metro, along with a number of community partners, joined together to kick off National Family Caregivers Month in Kansas City! It was nothing short of remarkable! Together, we made...
by Rachel | Nov 1, 2025 | Resources, Sandwiched KC News, Uncategorized
November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the countless people in the Kansas City metro who dedicate themselves to caring for loved ones. These family caregivers—many of whom are unpaid—juggle full lives while ensuring that...
by Rachel | Oct 13, 2025 | Resources, Sandwiched KC News, Uncategorized
Sandwiched was pleased to have Ayron Wilson, regional MO SHIP liason to Kansas City and Northwest Missouri, for our October Caregiver Talk. Don’t fall for Medicare scams or pay someone for advice you can get for free!! Learn about a FREE resource that can help you...
by Rachel | Oct 1, 2025 | Events, Sandwiched KC News, Uncategorized
Caring for a loved one is one of the most meaningful—and often most challenging—roles someone can take on. Every caregiver’s story is unique, but one thing is certain: your experiences matter. That’s why we’re hosting Voices of Care: A Community Conversation on...
by Rachel | Sep 15, 2025 | Resources, Uncategorized
This month, just in time for Fall Prevention Awareness Week, which takes place Sept. 22-26, 2025, we sat down with and discussed fall prevention strategies with local expert, Amy Vance, who recently opened Active Aging Wellness, a senior center in the northland. We...
by Rachel | Aug 11, 2025 | Uncategorized
In this month’s Caregiver Talk, local expert Brett Hodges, owner of HomeWorx, joined us to discuss the importance of preventative maintenance for aging in place. He shared his company’s mission to help local homeowners through comprehensive home...
by Rachel | Jul 11, 2025 | Uncategorized
This month, we were delighted to have Kristen Lienhop, an occupational therapist with 27 years of experience in the Kansas City Metro, who launched her own business to transition to a more proactive role in healthcare education. Kristen discussed driving retirement,...
by Rachel | Jul 10, 2025 | Uncategorized
When you’re helping someone you care about—whether it’s a parent, partner, or friend—it’s easy to forget the basics, like drinking enough water. But hydration matters, for both of you. Staying hydrated helps with energy, focus, mood, digestion, and...
by Rachel | Jun 29, 2025 | Sandwiched KC News, Uncategorized
All of us here at Sandwiched are ecstatic to announce that two new board members have joined our ranks! Please join us in welcoming Natalie Hyland, of Kansas City, MO, and Christina Hill, of Lee’s Summit, MO, to the Sandwiched KC Board of Directors! Both Natalie...
by Rachel | Jun 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
Caregiving can be rewarding but also overwhelming. It’s easy to put your own needs last, but self-care is essential for your mental and physical health. We know, easier said than done… right? Even when we are aware that we need to take care of ourselves,...
