On this episode of AACC Reclaimed Podcast, Isabel Tom shares her experience of growing up with her grandparents and how it changed her perspective on older adults. She discusses the difficulty of Asian American families in communicating and understanding the experiences of their aging parents, and how many Asian American parents experienced racism and hardship when they came to the US. Isabel suggests that instead of forcing parents to talk, it is important to show that you are listening by asking questions and honoring them. "It's important to remember that our parents are people too," she says. "They have stories and experiences that are worth listening to.
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Hosts: Raymond Chang and Joshua Huver
Guest: Isabel Tom
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