The Aging Parent Playbook

Episode 61: The Power of Attorney Conversation Nobody Knows How to Have

June 3, 2026·17 min
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In this episode, I explain why so many aging parents resist signing a power of attorney and why it's usually not about trust. I walk you through what is actually happening emotionally beneath the resistance, including fears around loss of control, decline, and mortality. You'll learn how to reframe the conversation in a way that feels respectful instead of threatening, along with the exact language that helps families move forward without conflict. This episode is about creating legal clarity before a crisis forces difficult decisions.

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