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Podcast: ComForConnections: Aging and Home Care Podcast
Episode: How to Talk with Aging Parents Who Won't Receive Help Graciously
Description: How do you care for a parent who doesn't want your care? This heartfelt and deeply practical conversation with Dr. Barry Jacobs, a clinical psychologist and national caregiving expert, dives into one of the most common and painful challenges families face: resistance. Whether you're already a caregiver or preparing for that role, this episode offers validation, expert advice, and hope.
What you’ll learn in this episode
Why many aging parents resist help, and how fear of lost identity plays a role
How to open the conversation gently and build trust over time
Ways to preserve dignity while pl...