Senior Care Planning: 5 Essential Conversations Every Family Should Have

From Answers For Elders Radio Network by Suzanne Newman

June 20, 2026 · 60 min · Episode 1555

About this episode

This episode discusses essential conversations families should have regarding senior care planning to support aging parents.

What happens when your aging parent reaches a crossroads and you don't know how to help? In this episode of Answers for Elders Radio Network, host Suzanne Newman welcomes senior real estate planner Cory Boldhoff of The Complete Real Estate Group and Complete Senior Solutions. Together, they discuss how adult children can start important conversations with aging parents while preserving their dignity, independence, and autonomy. Learn why waiting until a crisis occurs often creates unnecessary stress, family conflict, and uncertainty. In part 1, Cory shares five practical conversations every family should have during holidays and family gatherings to help identify potential concerns related to safety, nutrition, socialization, estate planning, and future care needs. From simple balance tests that may reveal fall risks to discussing trusts, powers of attorney, long-term care plans, and final wishes, this episode offers valuable guidance for families navigating the aging journey. Suzanne and Cory also explain why proactive planning can help prevent family disagreements and ensure a loved one's wishes are honored. In part 2, Cory shares his holistic approach to senior planning…

People in this episode

Host: Suzanne Newman

Guest: Cory Boldhoff

Topics covered

senior care planning
family conversations
aging parents
proactive planning
estate planning

Keywords

senior care
family discussions
aging
estate planning
proactive planning

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Complete Real Estate Group, Complete Senior Solutions