“This is one of the hardest parts of this whole process—especially for adult children.
How do you help aging parents without taking over?
Support doesn’t mean control. And silence doesn’t mean denial.
Often, parents are aware something will need to change—they just don’t want to feel rushed or judged.
The healthiest conversations happen when information comes first, not decisions.
When everyone understands the options—timelines, costs, alternatives—the emotion settles down.
My role is usually to be the neutral third party who explains the process so families can make decisions without damaging relationships.”