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Who's the Boss of Your Will? crucial conversations Jan 20, 2025

Helping your parents plan for their future is one of the most meaningful things you can do to support them. One critical piece of that planning is choosing the right executor of their will. But what exactly does an executor do, and why is it so important? Let’s break it down together so you...

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Crucial Guide To Choosing A Financial POA crucial conversations Jan 06, 2025

As an elder care nurse with over 15 years of experience, I’ve seen just about everything when it comes to helping families navigate tough decisions. Discussing finances with your family can be tricky for so many reasons. By helping your parents choose a Financial Power of Attorney (POA),...

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This is the Year to Embrace Preparedness aging parents crucial conversations Dec 30, 2024

It’s that time again—a new year, a fresh start! And what better resolution for 2025 than focusing on the future and getting EVERYTHING in order for our aging parents? Think of this as the ultimate gift to your future self and your loved ones: peace of mind. From choosing the right...

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Recognizing a Crisis: When Visiting Mom over Thanksgiving Turns into a Call for Help aging parents crucial conversations Nov 12, 2024

Imagine this: It's Thanksgiving, and as you sit with your mom, you notice she's struggling more than you remember. She's misplacing things constantly, forgetting important appointments, and seems to have difficulty keeping her balance when she gets up from the table. Her usual pep is replaced by...

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Thanksgiving: The Perfect Time for Those Crucial Conversations with Aging Loved Ones crucial conversations Nov 05, 2024

Ah, Thanksgiving! A time for turkey, mashed potatoes, and catching up with family. But as we gather around the table, it’s also the perfect opportunity to start an important conversation—one that’s often easy to put off but so necessary as our loved ones get older. If...

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Understanding the Basics of Long-Term Care Communities: What Are Your Options? crucial conversations Sep 03, 2024

I know you've been thinking about your or your loved one's future and all the different long-term care options out there. It can be a bit overwhelming, right? Here at TalkElder, we always aim to help people stay in their homes with assistance for as long as possible. However, some families choose...

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Six Signs It's Time for Your Aging Parent to Stop Driving aging safety at home crucial conversations May 22, 2024

Unexplained dents, dings, and scratches on your parents' car? Pillows and phone books on the driver’s seat for “an extra lift”? Driving citations or tickets in the mail? If your parent has been involved in near misses, minor accidents, or traffic violations, it’s a clear...

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What if they donā€™t have all the things? crucial conversations Apr 17, 2024

Let’s face it: not all of us or our parents have all our important paperwork filed away by year, then alphabetized and stored away in a flood/fire safe box and tied up with a pretty bow. 

I get the feeling of overwhelm when trying to assist your aging parents in organizing their...

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Parents, Who is in Charge of the Things? crucial conversations Apr 10, 2024

Let’s dive into a topic that might not be the most thrilling dinner conversation but is oh-so-important: helping your parents sort out their medical and financial affairs. It’s a topic that many find daunting, yet it’s crucial to address sooner rather than later. In this blog, I...

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Hey Parents...We Need to Know Where Everything Is! crucial conversations Apr 03, 2024

As adult children, we often find ourselves in a peculiar position, caught between the responsibilities of our own lives and the care and concern we have for our aging parents. It’s a delicate balance, one that requires us to think ahead and plan for the unexpected. After all, we never want...

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8 Tips to Prepare for Crucial Conversations crucial conversations Jan 17, 2024

Are you gearing up for those heart-to-hearts with your parents about the future?

While not the easiest task, trust me, it’s worth it. Let’s navigate these crucial conversations together, and I’ll share some tips to make them smoother. Together, we’ve got this.

1. Why It...

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10 Things You Need to Know About Your Aging Parents crucial conversations Jan 10, 2024

As our loved ones age, understanding their needs becomes increasingly important for providing compassionate care. 

In this blog post, we’ll delve into 10 crucial insights about your aging parents, offering valuable knowledge to enhance the quality of care and support you provide.

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