Infusing empathy and empowerment into life transitions for senior citizens
Why Aging Parents Resist Help—and How to Have Better Conversations About It
For: Families of senior citizens and senior living professionals
1 hour class
Cost: Complimentary- January 2026 they will no longer be free.
In this class, you will learn:
- How to help older adults feel a sense of control during times of change
- The underlying causes of resistance in senior care conversations
- Evidence-based strategies for effectively responding to resistance
- A deeper understanding of empathy vs. sympathy—and why the difference matters
- How to use empathy to foster stronger connection and cooperation during change-focused discussions
Communication that Connects: Tools to Make Hard Conversations With Senior Loved Ones Easier
For: Families of senior citizens
1.5 hour class
Cost: Complimentary-January 2026 they will no longer be free.
In this class, you will learn:
- How to recognize and adapt your communication style to match the stages of change
- Understand strategies to reduce or prevent resistance during conversations about change
- Gain tools to effectively guide discussions in a supportive, change-oriented direction
- Explore how to create a safe, respectful space for older adults to consider and engage with change
- Participate in real-world practice—bring actual statements you’ve heard from seniors to develop practical, personalized conversation scripts for the future
When Aging Parents Need More Support: How to Assess, Explore Options, and Begin the Talk
For: Families of senior citizens and senior living professionals
1 hour class
Cost: Complimentary-January 2026 they will no longer be free.
In this class, you will learn:
- The range of support options available for aging adults
- When and how to begin researching care and service options
- Effective strategies for initiating conversations about change
- Who to contact for guidance and support throughout the journey
- At the end of the session, we’ll reserve time to address your specific challenges and work through real-life scenarios together.
The Psychology of Change in Later Life: Understanding How Seniors Make (and Unmake) Decisions
For: Families, caregivers and those supporting senior citizens
1 hour class
Cost: Complimentary-January 2026 they will no longer be free.
In this class, you will learn:
- The Stages of Change by James Prochaska and Carlo DiClemente
- Understanding how to comunicate effectively in each stage of change
- Learn how to evoke planning, to create empowerment