We need help at home...
Maybe you’ve been thinking:
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“This is becoming too much for us to manage.”
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“I’m worried about Mum being left alone.”
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“What happens if something goes wrong?”
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“We can’t keep doing this every day.”
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“Do we need to get help at home?”
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“How do we even start?”
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“Will Mum accept it?”
Realising you need more support can feel overwhelming.
But asking for help isn’t failing — it’s protecting Mum.
You’re not alone
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If this has been on your mind lately:
You might be feeling:
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Anxious about Mum’s safety
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Torn between independence and support
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Unsure when it’s time to bring help in
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Guilty for even thinking about it
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Confused about where to start
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Afraid of making the wrong decision
And wondering:
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“Are we doing this too soon?”
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“Will Mum be upset?”
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“Will this make things worse?”
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“What if she refuses?”
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Many families reach this exact point — noticing that things are no longer manageable without support.
How I’ll help you introduce more support:
Inside this stage, you’ll learn:
✔️ Know when it’s time to bring help in
✔️ Understand what kind of support is available
✔️ Learn how to introduce care without escalating distress
✔️ Prepare for common objections from Mum or Dad
✔️ Support independence — while increasing safety
✔️ Know what to say in difficult conversations
✔️ Feel confident taking the next step
Lifetime access
No-risk, 7-day money back guarantee
“When Mom’s dementia got harder.. the wandering, the aggression, our family was falling apart. Everyone had a different idea of what to do. Melissa helped us see the bigger picture and gave us tools we could all agree on. We stopped spinning in panic and started working together with empathy instead of fear.”
Sam T, New York
And you're in the right place
I am here to help your family–starting today
When families first come to me, they often feel:
Overwhelmed and unsure what to do next
Guilty about needing extra help
Worried about Mum’s safety
Unsure how Mum will react
Confused about how to begin
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And my program helps families:
Know when to bring support in
Introduce care in ways Mum may accept
Have safer days — without removing independence
Feel confident about their decisions
Care for Mum without carrying it alone
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I've helped more than 1,000 families, and I can help your family too
Lifetime access for your family
No-risk, 7-day money back guarantee
“When we first noticed changes in Dad, we didn’t know where to start. Melissa’s videos and checklists helped us make sense of what was happening and talk as a family without it turning into an argument. We finally felt like we had a plan and hope.”
Hayley C, Sydney
"The weekly Q&As have been a lifeline. Hearing Melissa answer questions, and realising other families are facing the same things, makes me feel less alone and more capable of handling what’s ahead. Thank you thank you!"
Anne S, Darlinghurst
“When Mom’s dementia got harder.. the wandering, the aggression, our family was falling apart. Everyone had a different idea of what to do. Melissa helped us see the bigger picture and gave us tools we could all agree on. We stopped spinning in panic and started working together with empathy instead of fear.”
Sam T, New York
Feedback from families refer to experiences with my dementia and ageing programs and Q&A sessions, not to psychological or clinical services.
Created by Melissa Levi
Clinical Psychologist | Ageing & Dementia Specialist
I’ve supported hundreds of families through this exact moment — when the support they’ve been providing is no longer enough.
Knowing when and how to bring in help is one of the hardest decisions families face.
And I’m here to help you do it in ways that support Mum’s dignity, independence and safety.
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Introduce support — while protecting independence
AUD $297
Lifetime access to my
Dementia Playbook
Support day-to-day care
Weekly Q&A's answering your family's questions
Know when it’s time for extra support
Introduce care without escalating distress
Lifetime access for your family
7-day money back guarantee
And your access includes:
All 9 stages of the Dementia Playbook
Step-by-step guidance for each stage
Downloadable checklists and planning tools
Scripts for difficult conversations
Questions to ask doctors and providers
Templates for care planning and transitions
Guidance for introducing support at home
Tools to compare aged care homes
Lifetime access for your family
Weekly live Q&A support (see below)
Includes access to all stages — so you’ll have the right support now, and as your family’s needs change over time.
No-risk, 7-day money back guarantee
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Join my weekly Q&A sessions
You’re not expected to figure this out on your own
This is your chance to:
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Ask how to introduce care at home
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Talk through Mum or Dad’s reaction
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Get support with difficult conversations
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Understand what support options exist
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Learn from other families facing similar decisions
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Many families say this becomes the most valuable part of the program — knowing they can ask questions as new situations arise.
You’ll never have to navigate this alone.
Lifetime access
7-day money back guarantee
"The weekly Q&As have been a lifeline. Hearing Melissa answer questions, and realising other families are facing the same things, makes me feel less alone and more capable of handling what’s ahead. Thank you thank you!"
Anne S, Darlinghurst
Common questions
Is this for me/my family?
Are you navigating the ageing, dementia or caregiving journey with Mum, Dad or an ageing loved one? And do you want to understand more, make the journey a bit easier, feel less alone, and provide the best possible care?
If yes - this is absolutely for you!
Don't we need to see you in person?
This is the most common question I get, and the answer is no.
❌ Unfortunately, it's difficult finding affordable and available
professional help (I often have 6+ months waiting lists).
✔️ You can access my workshops and strategies 24/7
✔️ With every package, you get access to my weekly Q&A sessions, where I can answer your family's questions.
✔️ All of this for less than the cost of one face to face session
Having said all of that, if you still would like to see me 1:1,
please have a look here and get in touch.
Is this just for Australians?
No. Ageing, dementia & caregiving is a universal experience.
We all share the same questions, fears and challenges.
The knowledge, strategies and resources in this program have been used by families around the world. Just note that being Australian, I use 'Mum' instead of 'Mom', 'Ageing' instead of 'Aging'.
What if this isn't right for me?
I'm confident that I can help you and your family. However, if Talking Ageing isn't the right solution for you, please contact me.
What access will I have to Melissa?
If you’re looking for me, this is where you’ll find me: Pre-recorded workshops, live webinars and weekly Q&A sessions. You can also connect with me, my team and other families through our private, member-only community; your extended village (coming soon).
Note: As stated in our Terms of Use, Talking Ageing Pty Ltd is not engaged in rendering therapy services by providing this site, and your use of the site does not create any therapist-patient or other treatment relationship between you and Talking Ageing or Melissa Levi or any of its representatives.
💛 I have helped 1,000+ families
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"Warm and compassionate, Melissa offers sound clinical information and practical advice... Sure to be helpful for all families."
- Scientia Professor Henry Brodaty, Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing, UNSW Sydney
"We all MUST talk about old age and cognitive impairment, and Melissa shows the way!"
- Associate Professor David Burke, Discipline of Psychiatry, UNDA Sydney
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