Elder & Intergenerational Mediation

Restoring relationships is one of the key goals of Mediation. Mediation is a process that allows an impartial third party to navigate the disputing parties towards a mutually acceptable resolution. It is an interactive process that uses specialized negotiation and communication techniques to resolve disputes and conflicts. One of the main advantages of Mediation is that it can help preserve relationships that might otherwise be damaged or destroyed by a dispute.

In many cases, restoring relationships is just as important as resolving the underlying dispute. Mediation can help the disputing parties to communicate more effectively, to understand each other’s perspectives, and to find common ground. Ideally, this should lead to a more positive relationship among the parties, even after the dispute at hand has been resolved.

Elder care Mediation is based on a wellness model that promotes a person-focused approach for all participants. It is mindful of the elder person/s while respecting the rights of other persons participating in the Mediation. Regardless of the numbers present, each person is unique with his or her own narrative, strengths and weaknesses. Looking from the elder care Mediation lens, aging is viewed as part of a continuing process of development and change, rather than just a period of physical and cognitive decline.

Elder care Mediation can be helpful in reducing the overall stress in family systems. It is known to have health and wellness implications, enhancing the functionality of the family support network, heightening interpersonal communications, and often delaying the need for institutional care. In the event institutional care is required, elder care Mediation may facilitate dialogue between the elder person and family members as well as caregivers and/or service providers.