About Len Hayduchok: Len Hayduchok is a Certified Financial Planner™ with over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is the founder and President of Dedicated Financial Services and Dedicated Senior Advisors, where he delivers comprehensive wealth management solutions for individuals approaching or living in retirement. A graduate of both the Wharton School of Business and Biblical Theological Seminary, Len combines financial expertise with a values-driven approach. With advanced training in securities and life insurance, he is deeply committed to acting in his clients’ best interests. Beyond his advisory work, Len is passionate about education, regularly providing resources and guidance on a wide range of retirement-related topics to both clients and the broader community.

In this episode, Brian and Len Hayduchok discuss:

• Caregiving identity dynamics
• The emotional and financial strain of elder care
• Disruption of personal fulfillment and purpose
• Navigating family roles and relationship boundaries

Key Takeaways:

• When adult children begin to see themselves as caregivers rather than sons or daughters, it creates emotional and relational dysfunction that undermines both their well-being and their connection with their parents.
• Accepting that you cannot be the sole provider of care—physically or financially—allows you to prioritize more critical roles in your life, such as being present for your children or sustaining your career, without living under the weight of guilt.
• Utilizing available resources like Medicaid and redefining what “support” really means can help families avoid devastating financial sacrifices while still honoring and caring for aging parents in meaningful ways.
• True peace and lasting fulfillment are found not in over-functioning for others but in aligning your actions with a deeper identity rooted in love, purpose, and acceptance of your human limitations.

"What we do doesn't define us, but the more we do something, the more we become that person who does that thing." — Len Hayduchok

Connect with Len Hayduchok:

Website: https://maxamazing.com/ & https://dedicatedfinancial.com/

Show: MaxAMAZING Your Retirement: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/maxamazing-your-retirement-with-len-hayduchok/id1702480610

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dedicatedfinancialservices/

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About Sarah JanTausch: Sarah JanTausch is a speaker, coach, and founder of SRJ Coaching & Consulting, specializing in values-based careers and generosity-based networking. With a rich background in government leadership roles under Ohio Governor John R. Kasich, she brings extensive experience in public outreach, program management, and advocacy. Sarah holds a Bachelor’s in Politics & Government and a Master’s in Management and Leadership, and actively contributes to career development communities. Outside of work, she enjoys community volunteerism and quality time with her family and cats.

In this episode, Brian and Sarah JanTausch discuss:

• Strategic approaches to job searching and professional development
• The importance of workplace flexibility and aligning career values
• Leveraging networking and personal assessments for career growth
• Overcoming career stagnation through strategic personal development

Key Takeaways:

• Clarify your core values to assess whether your current role or employer aligns with what truly matters to you, and look for ways to lean into those values even before making a big career shift.
• Start small with career changes—even if you feel “handcuffed” by responsibilities, begin exploring potential paths now, since meaningful transitions can take a year or more to plan effectively.
• Use a two-pronged job search strategy: combine selective, high-quality job applications with "generosity-based networking" to uncover opportunities in the hidden job market.
• Tailor your resume into focused “buckets” aligned with different interests or skills, rather than one generic version, to increase your chances of breaking into multiple career directions.

"I help people identify the work that they really want to be doing... finding those passions and aligning with their work, with their lifestyle, because flexibility is really important, I think, especially for most people today." — Sarah JanTausch

Connect with Sarah JanTausch:

Website: https://www.valuesbasedcareers.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-jantausch/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093106125367

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarah_jantausch/

Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/12iyEjLB28I96APWmFcuuc

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About Amy Friesen: Amy Friesen is a senior living expert, business coach, and the Founder and CEO of Tea & Toast Inc. She leads a team that helps families navigate eldercare decisions and supports professionals in building thriving senior care businesses. A best-selling author and speaker, Amy is known for her clear guidance and compassionate approach. She is also a Forty Under 40 honoree and the 2019 Emerging Entrepreneur Businesswoman of the Year.

In this episode, Brian and Amy Friesen discuss:

• Navigating the challenges of eldercare and making decisions for aging parents
• Financial, legal, and logistical planning required for long-term senior care
• The emotional and relational strain of being in the “sandwich generation”
• The role of advocacy and proactive communication in caregiving transitions

Key Takeaways:

• Proactively initiating conversations around aging, care needs, and future plans—long before a medical or safety crisis arises—can help families avoid panic decision-making and allow for thoughtful, step-by-step preparation.
• Because assisted living and retirement communities offer widely varying levels of care and amenities, asking detailed questions (like whether they support two-person transfers or palliative care) is essential to ensure the facility can accommodate future health decline.
• Visiting senior care facilities at unpredictable times—not just scheduled visits—can reveal the true quality of care and hold staff accountable, as consistent, unscheduled check-ins often lead to noticeable improvements in attentiveness and service.
• Without early access to critical legal and financial documents like powers of attorney, wills, and long-term care directives, caregivers risk making uninformed or delayed decisions during emergencies, potentially compromising their loved ones’ safety and wishes.

"What you want to make sure is that you don't run out of money, that you've budgeted properly, and that you don't run out of care." — Amy Friesen

Connect with Amy Friesen:

Website: https://www.amyfriesen.com/ & https://www.teaandtoast.ca/

Book: Breadcrumbs by Amy Friesen: https://www.amazon.com/Breadcrumbs-Familys-through-Eldercare-Journey-ebook/dp/B0DJ3HGC7V

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyfriesen1

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