Mom, Dad…Can We Talk?

Helping Our Aging Parents with the Insight and Wisdom of Others

By Dick Edwards

You gave them your first steps. Now, help them with their last.

The role reversal of caring for aging parents is one of life’s most challenging transitions. Whether you are navigating the sudden fog of dementia or the delicate "car keys" conversation, you don’t have to do it alone.

Mom, Dad...Can We Talk? is a poignant, humorous, and deeply practical guide for the millions of adult children facing the "final stage" of the parent-child relationship. Through real-life stories and expert insights, this newly revised edition provides the scripts and strategies you need for the conversations that matter most:

• The "Safety" Talk: "Mom, we’re worried about you living alone."

• The "Support" Talk: "I can’t do this by myself—I need help."

• The "New Reality" Talk: Navigating everything from "Dad has a lady friend" to the complexities of dementia and depression.

New in this edition:

• Crisis Management: Adapting to sudden life upheavals like pandemics.

• Specialized Care: Guidance for families with special needs adult children.

• The Next Generation: Helping grandchildren connect with aging grandparents.

• Bonus: A comprehensive Discussion Guide for families and support groups.