When aging parents say, “I’m fine right here,” or “I don’t need help,” — what do you do next?
In this week’s episode of Aging Starts Now, host Debra King, Elder Care Coordinator and Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Johnson McGinnis Elder Care Law & Estate Planning, dives into one of the toughest family conversations: when loved ones resist the idea of moving to an assisted living community.
Joined by fellow elder care coordinator Pati Bedwell, Debra explores:
💬 Why older adults often resist assisted living
💬 How to start the conversation with empathy — not pressure
💬 The role of neutral professionals in easing tension
💬 Bridge steps families can take before making a big move
💬 Real success stories of families who found peace and balance
Whether you’re just beginning this journey or in the middle of difficult decisions, this episode offers compassionate, practical guidance to help you move forward — together.
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When aging parents say, “I’m fine right here,” or “I don’t need help,” — what do you do next?
In this week’s episode of Aging Starts Now, host Debra King, Elder Care Coordinator and Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Johnson McGinnis Elder Care Law & Estate Planning, dives into one of the toughest family conversations: when loved ones resist the idea of moving to an assisted living community.
Joined by fellow elder care coordinator Pati Bedwell, Debra explores:
💬 Why older adults often resist assisted living
💬 How to start the conversation with empathy — not pressure
💬 The role of neutral professionals in easing tension
💬 Bridge steps families can take before making a big move
💬 Real success stories of families who found peace and balance
Whether you’re just beginning this journey or in the middle of difficult decisions, this episode offers compassionate, practical guidance to help you move forward — together.
Outreach coordinator Dana Hentschel is joined by Shelly Smitherman, Assistant Special Agent in Charge at the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, to talk about the TBI Find App—a game-changing tool for families and caregivers of vulnerable adults across Tennessee.
If you care for someone with dementia, Alzheimer’s, or another cognitive condition—you need to hear this.
Aging Starts Now
When aging parents say, “I’m fine right here,” or “I don’t need help,” — what do you do next?
In this week’s episode of Aging Starts Now, host Debra King, Elder Care Coordinator and Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Johnson McGinnis Elder Care Law & Estate Planning, dives into one of the toughest family conversations: when loved ones resist the idea of moving to an assisted living community.
Joined by fellow elder care coordinator Pati Bedwell, Debra explores:
💬 Why older adults often resist assisted living
💬 How to start the conversation with empathy — not pressure
💬 The role of neutral professionals in easing tension
💬 Bridge steps families can take before making a big move
💬 Real success stories of families who found peace and balance
Whether you’re just beginning this journey or in the middle of difficult decisions, this episode offers compassionate, practical guidance to help you move forward — together.
