Many of us visited elderly parents over the holidays and found out that mom and dad aren’t doing so well; perhaps dad’s memory is failing, and mom is having trouble getting around. We feel the responsibility and obligation of keeping them safe and healthy. Although it may be hard to initiate serious conversations about the future, it’s important to start the discussion. Make a New Year’s resolution to start that conversation and be sure to include your parents! Plan ahead now so you and your parents can be prepared for what the future may bring rather than waiting for the midnight crisis phone call.