Raising Kids Who Value Their Elders, Lesson 109

Episode 109 —

Podcast Episode: Raising Kids Who Value Their Elders

Guest: Isabel Tom

In this heartfelt and practical episode, we sit down with Isabel Tom, a public health expert, caregiver, author, and the voice behind The Value of Wrinkles. Raised in a multigenerational home and shaped by the wisdom of grandparents who lived to 98 and 102, Isabel shares how her upbringing—and her professional work in hospice and senior living—led to her life’s mission: helping families bridge the gap between generations.

Isabel believes that children who grow up honoring and connecting with their elders develop deeper empathy, gratitude, and resilience. Through tools like the Grandkid Investigator Kit, Isabel equips families—especially homeschooling parents—with creative and meaningful ways to nurture intergenerational bonds.

In this episode, we discuss:

Why helping children value older adults can be life-changing
The hidden emotional benefits of grandparent-grandchild relationships
How to handle tricky family dynamics with in-laws and grandparents
Simple ways to create lasting intergenerational connections at home

Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or caregiver, Isabel’s insights will inspire you to rethink how you talk about aging and legacy with the children in your life.

About Isabel Tom:

Isabel holds a Master of Public Health from the University of Maryland and has been featured on AARP’s Take on Today, Don’t Mom Alone, and Building Relationships with Dr. Gary Chapman. Her wisdom is both timely and timeless.

Learn more at: valueofwrinkles.com

Learn more about Isabel Tom:

Book: The Value of WrinklesThe Value of Wrinkles

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Instagram: @isabelctom

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Click here to learn more about the Grandkid Investigator Kit

P.S. Isabel is a friend—and I’m so glad to share this conversation with you!