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EPISODE · Dec 21, 2025 · 22 MIN

Visiting Your Aging Parents Over the Holidays: What to Watch For and When to Worry

from The Integrative Palliative Podcast · host Delia Chiaramonte, MD

When you visit your ill or aging parents over the holidays, you might be in for a surprise. Maybe your mom seems confused or your dad is having trouble with driving. Maybe you're not sure if the changes you're seeing are something to worry about or are just normal aging. What should you look for? What should you worry about? What changes are not actually concerning?In this episode of The Integrative Palliative Podcast, Dr. Delia Chiaramonte discusses what to look for when you visit your aging parents and when you should worry.Do you know someone with an aging parent? Send them this episode.Knowledge is power.Happy holidays!Dr. DeliaDelia Chiaramonte, MDhttps://www.doctordelia.comCoping Courageously: A Heart-Centered Guide for Navigating a Loved One’s Illness Without Losing Yourself is available here: www.copingcourageously.com  Please review this podcast wherever you listen and forward your favorite episode to a friend! And be sure to subscribe!Sign up to stay connected and learn about upcoming programs:https://trainings.integrativepalliative.com/IPI-stay-in-touchI'm thrilled to be listed in Feedspot's top 15 palliative podcasts!https://blog.feedspot.com/palliative_care_podcasts/

When you visit your ill or aging parents over the holidays, you might be in for a surprise. Maybe your mom seems confused or your dad is having trouble with driving. Maybe you're not sure if the changes you're seeing are something to worry about or are just normal aging. What should you look for? What should you worry about? What changes are not actually concerning? In this episode of The Integrative Palliative Podcast, Dr. Delia Chiaramonte discusses what to look for when you visit you...

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