Empowering Your Senior Parent
Adult children can be an enormous resource for their parents who are navigating the retirement years and all the adjustments and decisions that have to be made. The goal to keep in mind is your parents' sense of well-being, purpose and self-esteem -- the feeling that they have the ability and opportunity to make choices and have input in their lives. This is the key aspect of older adults feeling fulfilled.
The best defense is a good offense, and the best starting point is an open, honest and sincere discussion. A good rule of thumb is this: If your parents are in their 70s or older, it is time to talk with them about possible incapacity in the future.
Many Senior Synergy professionals can assist you as you plan for these conversations, and are available to participate. Someone who is not emotionally involved may be more likely to appreciate the need for action and can assist you.
The best defense is a good offense, and the best starting point is an open, honest and sincere discussion. A good rule of thumb is this: If your parents are in their 70s or older, it is time to talk with them about possible incapacity in the future.
Many Senior Synergy professionals can assist you as you plan for these conversations, and are available to participate. Someone who is not emotionally involved may be more likely to appreciate the need for action and can assist you.
