Family Ties: Long Distance Adult Children Dynamics
- Presenter(s): Megan Bartos; Laura Miner
- Session Length: 60 minutes
- Date: Oct 18, 2025
- Learn how SMMs provide seamless, supportive long-distance transitions by bridging geographic gaps & offering expert guidance
- Understand the impact of distance on perceptions of an aging parent's health, mobility, & evolving needs.
- Explore ways to facilitate collaboration, share essential family dynamics & reduce stress through shared wisdom & informed decision-making
- Identify emotional challenges, sibling tensions, and the responsibilities & limitations of Powers of Attorney (POAs) during long-distance transitions
- Implement structured, transparent communication strategies to manage expectations & ensure all family members feel heard & involved
- Maintain a client-first approach that honors their needs & preferences, even when navigating conflicting family input from afar
- Explore documentation tools like photos, inventories & floor plans to keep all parties informed, build trust & support smooth project execution
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- Learn how SMMs provide seamless, supportive long-distance transitions by bridging geographic gaps & offering expert guidance
- Understand the impact of distance on perceptions of an aging parent's health, mobility, & evolving needs.
- Explore ways to facilitate collaboration, share essential family dynamics & reduce stress through shared wisdom & informed decision-making
- Identify emotional challenges, sibling tensions, and the responsibilities & limitations of Powers of Attorney (POAs) during long-distance transitions
- Implement structured, transparent communication strategies to manage expectations & ensure all family members feel heard & involved
- Maintain a client-first approach that honors their needs & preferences, even when navigating conflicting family input from afar
- Explore documentation tools like photos, inventories & floor plans to keep all parties informed, build trust & support smooth project execution
