Taboo Topics: Helping Adult Children Discuss Tough Subjects with Their Parents
Length: 2 Hours 55 minutes
Adult children and their elderly parents often struggle with frank discussion of critical issues. This interactive seminar will cover strategies on guiding the caregiver to sensitively handle taboo topics. The tough subjects will include normal aging, driving, finances, end of life issues, sexuality and mental health. This program will assist professionals in mediating between adult children and seniors, as well as identifying when it is necessary for an adult child to take a more authoritative role while respecting self-determination.
Content Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Date of original program: 8.3.2023
Stephanie Goldstein, BSW, LBSW, has been in healthcare for more than 15 years. Her experience includes both working directly with patients and as a manager in mental health and long term care. She is passionate about educating patients and families on options while promoting self-determination for those with complex physical, cognitive or mental health diagnoses. A frequent guest lecturer for Johns Hopkins University’s Certificate on Aging program, she also loves teaching professionals about best practices in working with older generations.