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Concern about your loved one’s daily safety and comfort may be overwhelming at times. The subject can be difficult to broach, and you may not feel comfortable initiating a conversation about it. If you feel this way, you are not alone.
Communication barriers are a real challenge for family caregivers. Conflicts within the family and communication gaps with health care providers can lead to frustration and stress in the caregiving cycle. RightConversations provides a solid foundation for families. The suggestions in the RightConversations guide will help your loved one remain in their home safely for as long as possible while reducing the stress that accompanies family caregiving.
Follow the Adult Caregiving Guide’s simple steps to ensure that your aging parent, spouse or friend is getting the right care that he or she needs.
Steps for a Productive Conversation
- 1. Gather accurate, relevant information
- 2. Determine the level of concern warranted
- 3. Review the facts and avoid personal biases
- 4. Involve siblings
- 5. Plan the conversation
- 6. Create a positive conversation
- 7. Be aware of differences in communication styles
- 8. Understand why your loved one may withhold information
- 9. Do not make your loved one feel ambushed
- 10. What to do if your loved one says no
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Checklists, Tips and Other Tools
RightConversations Communication Planner
This planner assists you with organizing your thoughts prior to and after the conversation with your loved one.
RightConversations Family Action Planner
This tool documents each family member’s actions to support their loved one and includes an area for contact information of those who may assist in the care of the senior.
RightConversations Information Journal
This journal helps you gather important information as you prepare to plan for a loved one’s care.