sandwich generation

noun

1. the generation of people still raising their children while having to care for their aging parents.

Word History and Origins

Origin of sandwich generation¹

First recorded in 1985–90

Example Sentences

Also known as the “Sandwich Generation,” it’s estimated that about one in seven middle-aged adults provide financial support to an aging parent and a child.

From Salon

Harris used the appearance to roll out a proposal to offer long-term-care assistance for seniors through Medicare as she addressed the needs of the “sandwich” generation, people who are taking care of aging parents and children.

From Los Angeles Times

“That's why you hear so much about the sandwich generation, where you have parents who are looking after their aging parents, and trying to find time and financial resources to take care of aging parents while taking care of their small children.”

From Salon

He could roll out a Caregivers Bill of Rights, including access to subsidized in-home care, tax breaks for caregivers, and policies designed to appeal to younger voters in the so-called sandwich generation, who are looking after young and school-age children while simultaneously assuming financial and logistical responsibility for their aging parents.

From Slate

And when I think about that, I think about this sandwich generation, right?

From Seattle Times