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Why a Medical Directive Matters for Aging Parents

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One of the first steps in protecting your parents’ wishes is knowing what documents already exist and where to find them. Use this worksheet to list powers of attorney, healthcare proxies, insurance policies, and other critical records. Having everything in one place makes conversations easier and ensures nothing is overlooked in a stressful moment

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Helping Parents Downsize Without Family Conflict

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Helping Parents Downsize Without Family Conflict (Even When Emotions Run High)   Siblings argue. Parents shut down. Decisions about “what stays, what goes” spiral into tension. Old resentments bubble up over a dining room table that suddenly feels like a courtroom. Even when you try to help, the very act of downsizing can spark arguments,

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Helping Parents Downsize: Where to Start? The Kitchen Table

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Downsizing a parent’s home doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Start small and start smart at the kitchen table. Learn why a messy table with post-it notes is the perfect first step and how it leads into a simple, stress-free system for sorting belongings.

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