When we get to that point in our lives when we have to move out of our family home and find accommodation that's easier to manage, how do we create a "home away from home"?

And how can the family and children of older people have a calm and supportive discussion about what to do when the time comes?

Australian Unity's National General Manager of Residential Care, Brett Lafranchie, joins  performer, author and ‘Parenting Up with Australian Unity’ host, Jean Kittson AM, to discuss helping a parent chose the most appropriate supported accommodation option and strategies to make the transition as smooth as possible.

When we get to that point in our lives when we have to move out of our family home and find accommodation that's easier to manage, how do we create a "home away from home"?
And how can the family and children of older people have a calm and supportive discussion about what to do when the time comes?
Australian Unity's National General Manager of Residential Care, Brett Lafranchie, joins  performer, author and ‘Parenting Up with Australian Unity’ host, Jean Kittson AM, to discuss helping a parent chose the most appropriate supported accommodation option and strategies to make the transition as smooth as possible.

"Mum, Dad... we need to talk."

Is it time to talk with your parents about their health, care, finances or plans for the future?

The ageing process is full of tricky conversations with loved ones. This is particularly true for those of us faced with the prospect of taking responsibility for the health and wellbeing of our parents—in effect, parenting our parents.

Hosted by performer, author and podcaster, Jean Kittson AM, 'Parenting Up with Australian Unity' is a new series that will take you through the taboos and the tough conversations. We'll ask the experts and people who have been through it themselves, so you can feel confident about broaching some of these topics with care and compassion.

"Mum, Dad... we need to talk."
Is it time to talk with your parents about their health, care, finances or plans for the future?
The ageing process is full of tricky conversations with loved ones. This is particularly true for those of us faced with the prospect of taking responsibility for the health and wellbeing of our parents—in effect, parenting our parents.
Hosted by performer, author and podcaster, Jean Kittson AM, 'Parenting Up with Australian Unity' is a new series that will take you through the taboos and the tough conversations. We'll ask the experts and people who have been through it themselves, so you can feel confident about broaching some of these topics with care and compassion.

Parenting Up with Australian Unity

Episode 7 - Embracing Change: Understanding Care Options and Transitions

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