Helping aging parents organize
Start a respectful conversation about the information a parent wants others to find. Work at their pace, agree on boundaries and leave a useful starting point after each visit.
A manageable first session
- Ask what help would be welcome.
- Record locations before requesting sensitive copies.
- Agree who maintains the index and receives changes.
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