Elder Care
Some of life's hardest conversations deserve the right support.
Decisions about an ageing parent's care, finances, living arrangements, or future can be difficult — especially when family members have different perspectives.
We help families work through these conversations together in a calm, structured, and respectful way, with a focus on practical outcomes and preserving important relationships.
What we help with
Care arrangements
Where an older family member will live, what support they need, and how care responsibilities are shared.
Financial decisions
Supporting conversations around finances, decision-making, enduring powers of attorney, and concerns about financial management or misuse.
Family dynamics
When siblings, blended families, distance, or differing expectations make agreement difficult..
Future and end-of-life planning
Supporting important conversations before decisions become urgent or relationships become strained.
Disputes with care providers
Working through concerns involving retirement villages, aged care, healthcare providers, or support organisations.
A calmer way to work through it
These situations are deeply personal. Most families want a way to have difficult conversations constructively — without the stress, delay, or exposure of formal proceedings.
- At FDRC, you'll have a dedicated case manager from the beginning, helping coordinate the process and keep things moving forward.
- Mediation sessions are guided by experienced practitioners who understand the complexities of elder matters. The focus is on genuine conversation, practical outcomes, and ensuring everyone has the opportunity to be heard.
- Session structure and pacing are tailored to the people involved, particularly where older family members may need additional support.
- Most families find meaningful progress within one or two sessions.
Who we support
Adult children and family members
Working through care, financial, or decision-making disagreements involving an ageing family member.
Families navigating distance
Supporting families spread across different cities, countries, or living situations.
Older individuals and their families
Creating space for their voice, wishes, and wellbeing to remain central where appropriate.
Legal and financial professionals and their clients
Working alongside advisors where family communication or alignment is needed.
Care providers and organisations
Helping resolve disputes while keeping the focus on the person at the centre of the situation.
How much does this cost
Every family situation is different. Some elder matters involve a small number of family members and focused conversations, while others require more coordination, preparation, or involvement from advisors and care providers.
We structure our support to match the complexity of your situation — so you receive the right level of support without unnecessary cost or process.
Elder mediation packages typically start from $1,695 + GST.
We’ll explain your options clearly before anything proceeds, including what’s involved, what support may be helpful, and what the costs are likely to be.
To view our pricing guide or understand what may suit your family’s situation:
What happens next
You don’t need to figure it all out before reaching out.
01.
Start with a conversation or application
Tell us a little about your situation and who’s involved. If you’re unsure whether mediation is the right fit, we can talk that through with you first.
01.
Start with a conversation or application
Tell us a little about your situation and who’s involved. If you’re unsure whether mediation is the right fit, we can talk that through with you first.
02.
We complete the intake and assessment process
Each party completes a private intake process so we can understand the issues involved, assess suitability, and ensure the right support and structure are in place.
02.
We complete the intake and assessment process
Each party completes a private intake process so we can understand the issues involved, assess suitability, and ensure the right support and structure are in place.
03.
We get everything in place
We confirm costs, finalise agreements, coordinate family members and any advisors involved, and prepare for the process to begin.
03.
We get everything in place
We confirm costs, finalise agreements, coordinate family members and any advisors involved, and prepare for the process to begin.
04.
You move forward
The right practitioner is appointed to guide the process, with documented outcomes provided where appropriate.
04.
You move forward
The right practitioner is appointed to guide the process, with documented outcomes provided where appropriate.
Common questions
Ready to talk it through?
You don’t need to have everything worked out before you call.
A free phone consultation is a simple way to understand your options and decide what feels right for your family.
Book a free phone consultation