Parenting Up with Australian Unity
"Mum, Dad... we need to talk." Is it time to talk with your parents about their health, care, finances or plans for the future? The ageing process is full of tricky conversations with loved ones. This is particularly true for those of us faced with the prospect of taking responsibility for the health and wellbeing of our parents—in effect, parenting our parents. Hosted by performer, author and podcaster, Jean Kittson AM, 'Parenting Up with Australian Unity' is a new series that will take you through the taboos and the tough conversations. We'll ask the experts and people who have been through it themselves, so you can feel confident about broaching some of these topics with care and compassion.
Episodes
When we get to that point in our lives when we have to move out of our family home and find accommodation that's easier to manage, how do we create a "home away from home"?
And how can the family and children of older people have a calm and supportive discussion about what to do when the time comes?
Australian Unity's National General Manager of Residential Care, Brett Lafranchie, joins performer, author and ‘Parenting Up with Aus...
Do you know much about your parents’ social life? Do they regularly catch up for coffee with friends, head out on social outings, or take part in a club? Or are they spending a lot of time alone?
Humans are highly social creatures, and we depend on strong personal relationships with family, friends and our community to support and sustain us through life. Unfortunately, as we age, our social circles can shrink.
But what can we do a...
Have you noticed your parent becoming increasingly repetitive, forgetful, or acting out of character? While these can be signs of normal cognitive decline and part of the natural aging process, they could also be symptoms of dementia.
A dementia diagnosis is scary, but early intervention is key, and there are a number of simple things your parent can do to maintain their wellbeing and independence for as long as possible.
Senior ge...
As your parents get older, you might notice some changes around their house. The laundry is stacking up, food in the fridge is going off, or the carpet needs a good vacuum.
Perhaps you’ve noticed a change in your parents themselves—the shopping is getting harder to carry, they’re eating less, or not going out as much.
These could all be signs they need some extra help—but getting your parents to accept...
Ageing happens even to the best of us, and our research into the wellbeing of Australians tells us that the state of our finances can affect how content we are in our golden years.
It may be tough to talk to your parents about how they'll fund their care as they age, but it's an essential discussion, and the best way to ensure their post-retirement financial planning is set-up correctly.
Talking to your parents about their financia...
Conversations about finances are rarely easy, even in families where money is talked about openly. And, as your parents get older and end-of-life planning comes into play, it can become even trickier.
But while it can require tact and diplomacy to discuss your parents’ financial position and future wishes, it’s absolutely essential that you do so.
In this episode of the Australian Unity podcast Parenting Up, our experts Nicole Wood...
When it comes to their health, how are your parents faring? If they’re in their late 60s, 70s or 80s, you might have noticed a few physical and mental changes, or perhaps an increase in the number of healthcare appointments they need to attend.
Helping your parents keep on top of it all can be a daunting and challenging journey—for all of you.
Performer, author and host of ‘Parenting Up with Australian Unity’, Jean Kittson's mother...
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