Aiding relatives takes its toll on women

A growing number of women in their 50s and 60s are being forced to provide financial and other supports to their parents, their children and grandchildren.

A report found the strain on the so-called “sandwich generation” of caring for family members above and below them is taking a toll on their health.

The report by The Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing (TILDA) also found there is a growing number of adults returning to live with their elderly parents.