Described by AARP as a “new solution to an old problem”, an elder care mediator can help siblings settle disputes involving:
- Money and financial matters (Should siblings be paid for caring for an aging parent? Who controls the money?);
- Decisions involving the aging parent’s abilities and freedoms (Should the parent drive anymore? Should they move to assisted living?);
- Caregiving concerns and support (Who should bear the responsibility of caring for the parent? How should caregiving duties be split?);
- End-of-life and healthcare decisions (What is the best type of care for a parent that most closely honors their wishes?);
- An elder care mediator can also discuss matters concerning inheritance, geography, and the role-reversal emotions adult children sometimes face when tasked with caring for an aging parent.