Elder Mediation
Our Mediators are professionals familiar with the issues associated with the aging process. They use their knowledge and expertise to facilitate family discussions and address areas of concern and the well-being of the Elder person. We also facilitate discussions with care professionals to address areas of concern that loved ones may have in their care both present and future.
The following are areas of common concern that can successfully be addressed in mediation:
Well being of an Elder person or family member
Level of care that is required
Accommodation- the suitability of living arrangements
Family input – facilitating all family members to be heard when reaching decisions
Addressing Finances and bills that may need to be discharged regularly
Personal belongings and how are they managed
Property ownership and control of it and HSE (Fair Deal Scheme)
Medical decisions
Power of Attorney
Why go to Mediation?
To facilitate a discussion between all family members, allowing all voices to be heard whilst deciding on the care of an elder relative.
Operate in an open friendly environment.
To explore all options available when reaching a decision.
To have an independent and impartial mediator facilitate the discussions openly and transparently, whether it be amongst family members or with care professionals or both.
Help Families who are seeking mediation and who do not know the process of what elder mediation is and where to start by availing of our services we can assist in a process that is friendly, easy to navigate, and with our experience guide you through it step by step to come to your own agreement for the benefit for all.
The Mediators Role
The mediator remains impartial at all times The mediator maintains a neutral position and is highly skilled in helping the parties to identify their problems and ask questions whilst facilitating an open discussion to explore the options available to them.
It is not for the mediator to make decisions rather the mediator will guide you through the process whilst supporting all sides, identifying and exploring all the issues relevant to your unique situation.
The mediator supports the parties in a dispute, listening, and understanding the other side to enable them to reach workable and long-lasting solutions. The mediator will reality test these solutions to ensure sustainability.
The mediator will ensure all parties are kept fully informed on the decisions they are making and facilitates them to draw up their mediation agreement which is legally binding unless the parties choose otherwise.
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