In this heartfelt episode of Around the Table with Vickie, Vickie and Chris welcome longtime team member and regional director Mary Beth Wilbun to talk about one of the toughest parts of caregiving: navigating sibling disagreements, care decisions, and family conflict with grace. From differing opinions about when it’s time for senior living… to guilt over “promises” made years ago… to the emotional weight carried by the child who lives closest. This conversation shines a light on the real dynamics families face behind closed doors.
You’ll also hear practical advice for handling the sibling who criticizes but won’t participate, ways to reduce resentment, and how senior living teams often serve as mediators, educators, and emotional support systems for families in transition. If your family is walking through difficult care decisions right now, this episode is a reminder that conflict is human, but unity is possible when everyone focuses on what matters most: Mom and Dad’s safety, dignity, and well-being.
Pull up a chair, grab a cup of coffee, and join us around the table.