How to Talk to Your Aging Parents about Difficult Topics

"Setting Boundaries Through Caregiving: Three Essential Questions for Clarity": "Are they financially safe? Are they physically safe? Are they mentally safe? And if the answer was no, I set a boundary." ~ Elda Prevette- AuthorTitle: How to Talk to Your Aging Parents about Difficult TopicsIn this episode of "Life Happens with Kim Hegwood," we dive into the complex dynamics of caring for aging parents, especially when it comes to handling difficult conversations. Our guest, Edla Prevette, a mental health therapist and seasoned caregiver, shares invaluable insights into the unique challenges faced by adult children in the sandwich generation. Together with Kim, they explore the key communication strategies that can help ease the overwhelming responsibility that comes with caregiving. They'll discuss the importance of combining practical considerations—like finances and living arrangements—with emotional needs and wishes, emphasizing empathy and understanding. Stay tuned as Edla also introduces us to her concept of "self-care snacks," those small, manageable practices that can build emotional resilience and make a world of difference. Whether you're currently navigating caregiving or preparing for future challenges, this episode offers meaningful guidance and support.How to Contact [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/eprevetteInstagram https://www.instagram.com/oneeighty_edlaprevette/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/edla-prevette-b2b71935/Bio:Edla was her parents' caregiver for over a decade and found information about the day-to-day challenges of caring for aging parents while working and raising teenagers almost nonexistent. It was a roller coaster of inner conflict, mental turmoil, and anticipatory grief After her parents passed away and her nest was empty, she decided to pivot in her work and focus on supporting adults sandwiched between their lives and their aging parents. She offers a group program called One-Eighty: When the Parental Roles Reverse, 1:1 consulting, and speaking engagements to support adults through this challenging time.Edla lives in Apex, North Carolina, with her husband. They enjoy spending time with their family and traveling.______________________________________________________________Contact Kim Hegwood- Elder Law AttorneyWebsite: https://yourlegacylegalcare.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourlegacylegalcare/Facebook –https://www.facebook.com/YourLegacyLegalCareLinkedIn-https://www.linkedin.com/company/yourlegacylegalcare/YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@yourlegacylegalcareYour Legacy Legal Care 1150 Clear Lake City Blvd., Suite 100 Houston, TX 77062 (281) 218-0880