{"product_id":"downsize-with-dignity-larry-burklow-9798295473029","title":"Downsize With Dignity: Helping Your Parents Transition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDownsize with Dignity Helping Your Parents Transition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHelping your parents move from a longtime home can feel overwhelming. Whether they are downsizing to a smaller home, moving in with children, or transitioning to a care facility, the process is emotional, complex, and filled with practical challenges. \u003cstrong\u003eDownsize with Dignity\u003c\/strong\u003e provides adult children with compassionate, step-by-step guidance to navigate this major life transition while honoring their parents' feelings and preserving family harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten by \u003cstrong\u003eLarry Burklow Jr.\u003c\/strong\u003e, a former realtor, new home sales consultant, and formerly designated \u003cstrong\u003eSRES(R) (Seniors Real Estate Specialist(R))\u003c\/strong\u003e, this book goes far beyond simply sorting through belongings. Drawing on years of experience helping families navigate the logistical and emotional hurdles of the 50+ real estate market, Larry addresses the full spectrum of decisions families face, from financial planning and legal paperwork to medical and healthcare considerations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis guide focuses not only on \u003cstrong\u003ewhat to do\u003c\/strong\u003e, but also \u003cstrong\u003ehow to do it thoughtfully\u003c\/strong\u003e. Readers will learn how to have honest conversations with parents, reduce stress and conflict among siblings, and make decisions with clarity and confidence. Real-life stories illustrate challenges and solutions, giving families relatable examples and reassurance that they are not alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInside, you'll find guidance on: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractical planning strategies\u003c\/strong\u003e to manage every step of a move\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinancial, legal, and healthcare decisions\u003c\/strong\u003e, including wills, powers of attorney, and medical directives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSentimental sorting\u003c\/strong\u003e: organizing and distributing possessions while honoring memories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily dynamics\u003c\/strong\u003e: navigating differing opinions and avoiding unnecessary conflict\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorksheets and checklists\u003c\/strong\u003e to stay organized, reduce overwhelm, and make the process manageable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether your parents are moving to a smaller home, living with you, or entering a care facility, \u003cstrong\u003eDownsize with Dignity\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a roadmap to help families approach this transition with care, respect, and confidence. It is a practical, thoughtful, and compassionate resource for anyone guiding aging parents through one of life's most challenging stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncludes \u003cstrong\u003e30+ full-size worksheets\u003c\/strong\u003e, with space to write directly in the book, plus free downloadable versions available at \u003cstrong\u003eHelpingParentsDownsize.com\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Larry Burklow\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798295473029\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Downsize with Dignity Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 01\/03\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 154\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.47lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.36d","brand":"Larry Burklow","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48176100016383,"sku":"9798295473029","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_4dbab3f6-ae4a-4bef-a934-8c58372851c5.jpg?v=1771336571","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/downsize-with-dignity-larry-burklow-9798295473029","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}