ELDER MEDIATION FOR FAMILIES IN ADELAIDE
Professional mediation supporting families across South Australia through conflict, communication and decision-making around ageing and care
We help families in conflict navigate around ageing and care decisions.
Disagreements about care, living arrangements, or responsibilities can place significant strain on families. Elder mediation supports families to address conflict calmly, improve communication, and make informed decisions that respect everyone involved, especially the older person at the centre of the conversation.
WHAT IS ELDER MEDIATION?
Elder mediation is a structured, confidential process that helps families resolve conflict related to ageing and care.
As independent accredited mediators, we support families to communicate openly, understand different perspectives, and work toward clear, respectful decisions about care, living arrangements and ongoing support for the older person.
HOW WE HELP FAMILIES
Elder mediation supports families who are experiencing conflict or tension around decisions affecting an older person.
Disagreeing about care arrangements or living options
Navigating changes in health, or care needs
Struggling to communicate or make decisions together
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward
Experiencing conflict between siblings or extended family
Managing differing expectations between family members
Important: Elder mediation does not involve legal or financial advice, nor does it include decision-making about the sale of property or assets. The mediator’s role is to support communication and shared understanding around care-related decisions.
Elder mediation can help families to:
Reduce stress and emotional strain for the older person.
Improve communication and reduce ongoing tension within families.
Strengthen relationships between family members, carers and service providers.
Support clearer decision-making around care and living arrangements.
Create a calmer, more cooperative environment for everyone involved.
Help families move forward with greater clarity and shared understanding.
Our Services
Specialist mediation and support services for families navigating ageing and care.
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Supports families to work through conflict and make shared decisions about care, living arrangements and ongoing support for the older person.
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Helps families clarify roles, responsibilities and practical arrangements to support day-to-day care and reduce ongoing tension.
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Brings family members together in a facilitated setting to discuss concerns, share perspectives and agree on next steps.
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One-on-one support to help individuals prepare for difficult conversations and manage conflict more effectively.
Recognised accredited provider
WHAT TO EXPECT
Initial contact discussion
We will discuss the situation and ask questions, to understand the situation and next steps.
Pre-mediation appointment
1:1 meeting to ensure that mediation is safe and suitable for everyone involved before proceeding.
Mediation / family meeting
A structured and safe setting where families can speak openly and work toward plans that support the older person.
Family plan and agreements
If families reach agreement, then the agreement is shared with everyone and you may choose to formalise this.
Contact Us
If your family is navigating conflict around ageing or care, we’re here to help. Contact us to discuss next steps.