Navigating Family Dynamics: Collaborative Caregiving and Support

Empowering Professionals in Aging

Empowering Professionals in Aging
Navigating Family Dynamics: Collaborative Caregiving and Support
Feb 10, 2026
American Society on Aging

As individuals age, family relationships often shift—sometimes creating stress, misunderstandings, or conflict around care decisions. Older adults may find themselves at the center of complex family dynamics, especially when health or independence becomes a concern. This podcast episode explores how older adults and their families can work together to maintain respect, communication and mutual support through these transitions.

Episode Artwork Navigating Family Dynamics: Collaborative Caregiving and Support 1:02:16 Episode Artwork Winter Home Safety: Preparing for a Safe and Cozy Season 56:04 Episode Artwork Caring for the Caregiver: Resources to Support Well-Being 1:02:01 Episode Artwork The Cost of Care: Funding Options for Long-Term Care Needs 58:39 Episode Artwork Strategies for Improving Quality of Life for Individuals Living with Dementia 59:44 Episode Artwork Preventing Fraud and Scams: Safeguarding Older Adults 59:38 Episode Artwork Navigating Ethical Issues in the Care of Older Adults 1:01:25 Episode Artwork Supporting Older Individuals Through Difficulties and Change 1:01:30 Episode Artwork Veterans Assistance (VA) Benefits: What to Know and How to Apply 1:01:39 Episode Artwork Transforming Dementia Care Through Music 1:01:16 Episode Artwork Finding the Right Fit: Options for Care at Home 59:50 Episode Artwork Addressing Challenging Family Dynamics in Caregiving 1:02:21 Episode Artwork Nurturing Dignity: Understanding Hospice and End-of-Life Support 1:02:04 Episode Artwork The Evolving Landscape of Caregiving: Trends, Innovations & Challenges 57:56 Episode Artwork Encore Careers: Navigating Work and Purpose in the Second Half of Life 1:00:03 Episode Artwork Exploring Other Dementias: LBD, FTD, Vascular & Mixed 1:00:01 Episode Artwork Securing Support for Those Who are High Risk for Hospital Readmissions 1:04:03 Episode Artwork Navigating Alzheimer's: Unraveling Diagnosis Challenges and Finding Solutions 1:00:36 Episode Artwork Addressing Loneliness and Food Insecurity in Elders 59:31 Episode Artwork Navigating Ethical Choices in the Care of Older Adults 58:23 Episode Artwork Aging in Place: Home Safety & Fall Prevention 57:29 Episode Artwork Maintain Your Brain: Reducing the Risk of Dementia 59:24 Episode Artwork Understanding the Legal Needs of Aging 59:03 Episode Artwork Reducing Readmissions: Top 5 Ways to Incorporate Help at Home 1:00:37 Episode Artwork Intimacy and Aging: How to Support Romance Across the Lifespan 1:01:39