Conversation planner

Six gentle steps to prepare for the talk about getting a little help. Fill in what feels right — your plan updates on the right, ready to print or keep.

What have you noticed?

Your notesA few honest observations. Tap a chip to add one, then edit freely.

What does your parent value most?

Anything else that matters to them

Your opening line

How you'll openPick a starting point above, then make it sound like you.

If they bristle, you'll say…

Your validate-first responseSeeded with an example — reassure first, then leave the door open.

Your small first ask

The one small thing you'll suggest

When and where

A low-pressure time and placeSomewhere easy — a walk, a drive, tea after dinner. No audience, no clock.

My conversation plan

A gentle plan for the talk

1 · What I've noticed

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2 · What they value most

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3 · How I'll open

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4 · If they bristle, I'll say

You're right, you've always managed just fine — I'm not saying you can't. I just love you, and I'd feel good knowing you had someone to share a cup of tea with now and then.

5 · My small first ask

One visit, just to see how it feels. Nothing decided beyond that.

6 · When and where

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Prepared with the Choose a Companion conversation planner · chooseacompanion.com