One sibling lives twelve minutes away and sees everything. The other flies in for a Saturday and says Mom seems fine. Sound familiar? In this episode, retired Occupational Therapist, Certified Aging in Place Specialist, and Dementia Care Specialist Esther Kane explains why both siblings are usually telling the truth, what’s really underneath the argument, and who actually has the authority to decide — an answer that surprises most families. She also shares four practical ways to get unstuck this week, and how the question changes when memory loss is part of the picture. Visit SeniorSafetyAdvice.com for more practical tips and resources on aging in place safely.