PLANNING AHEAD
Future planning, without panic.
You can't predict the future. But you can prepare for it.
I'll guide you through the decisions that matter most, step by step, so you're not left wondering what Mum or Dad would want when the pressure is on.
We'll clarify their wishes, understand your options for future care and medical treatment, get the family on the same page, and turn the legal and practical pieces into a plan you can actually use.
So you can sleep better knowing you've thought ahead, and Mum or Dad's wishes are more likely to be understood and respected.
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IF THIS SOUNDS LIKE YOU
Does any of this feel familiar?
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You lie awake thinking, “What if something happens and we’re not ready?”
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You’ve tried to start planning, but it all feels so big that you don’t know where to begin.
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You’ve tried talking to Mum or Dad, but the conversation becomes upsetting, awkward or ends in an argument.
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You and your siblings don’t always agree on what should happen next.
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You keep thinking you should sort out the legal, medical and care decisions… but life keeps getting in the way.
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And underneath it all, you’re wondering: “How are we going to cope when things change?”
This stage will help you create a clear plan, have fewer unknowns, and have peace of mind that whatever tomorrow brings, you won’t be starting from scratch.
WHERE TO BEGIN
If you were sitting with me today...
These are the steps we’d work through together, so you leave this stage with a clear, practical plan for what comes next.
A plan that reflects Mum or Dad’s wishes, gets your family on the same page, and helps you feel more prepared for whatever changes.
So there’s less uncertainty, less conflict, and a lot more peace of mind.
Understand what matters most
✓ Values
✓ Wishes
✓ What makes life meaningful
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Planning without overwhelm
✓ What actually needs to be done now
✓ What can wait
✓ Where most families start
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Putting the right plans in place
✓ Enduring Power of Attorney
✓ Advance Care Planning
✓ Wills
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Helping the whole family stay on the same page
✓ Reducing conflict
✓ Making decisions together
✓ Communicating clearly
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Not every family can sit in my consulting room, but
every family deserves the same calm, practical guidance.
That's why I created the Dementia Playbook and answer families' questions live every week.
All 9 Stages • Weekly Q&As
AUD $297 • 7-day money-back-guarantee
Telehealth or in Sydney, Australia
$420 per 50-minute consultation
INSIDE YOUR PLAYBOOK
Everything you need to plan ahead with confidence
I'll walk you through this stage step by step with practical video guidance, downloadable tools and weekly live Q&A. Together, we'll make the important conversations feel simpler, so your loved one's wishes are understood and protected.
And your Playbook grows with your family.
Your Playbook includes guidance for every stage of the dementia journey, so whenever life changes, you'll already know where to turn.
✔︎ Keep family on the same page
✔︎ Manage Mum or Dad’s care
✔︎ Introduce help at home
✔︎ Respond to behaviour changes
✔︎ Reduce the pressure on you
✔︎ Navigate aged care
The support doesn’t stop when this stage ends.
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WEEKLY Q&A'S
Last Wednesday, families asked…
💬 “When do we sort the legal documents?”
💬 “How do I raise wills and money without a fight?”
💬 “How do we run a family meeting that works?”
💬 “What if my siblings don't agree?”
Every Wednesday, I'll answer as many family questions as I can. You can join live, or submit your question and watch the replay later.
"Bring me the question that's been keeping you awake at night. Whether you're overwhelmed, unsure, or simply don't know what to do next, you don't have to figure this out alone."
Melissa
Includes lifetime access to every stage of the Dementia Playbook, plus weekly live Family Q&As.
WHY I DO THIS WORK
Hi, I'm Melissa Levi
I've been on both sides of this table.
Before I was a Clinical Psychologist specialising in dementia and ageing, I was a granddaughter watching my own grandfather change, while my family tried to work out what we were supposed to do next.
That experience never left me.
Over the past almost twenty years, I've helped more than 1,000 families navigate dementia, ageing and caregiving, through diagnoses, difficult conversations, changing behaviours, decisions about care and some of the hardest days of their lives.
And I've learned something important:
No family is ever prepared for dementia.
You don't need to have everything figured out. You need someone who understands what you're going through, can explain what matters most, and help you work out what to do next.
That's why I created the Dementia Playbook: the practical guidance, strategies and exact words I've spent years giving families one-to-one, brought together in one place.
So you can feel less overwhelmed, more confident, and clearer about the next step for Mum, Dad and your family.
Melissa
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Published by Hachette, 2023
Melissa Levi • Clinical Psychologist, BA(Psych)(Hons I), MClinPsych, MAPS
YOUR NEXT STEP
Choose the support that's right for your family.
I'll meet you there. Start with the stage you need today, or unlock the complete Playbook for guidance through every stage ahead.
PRIVATE CONSULTATION
AUD $420
Per 50-minute session
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Personalised guidance for your family's situation
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Ideal for complex family situations
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Telehealth or in Sydney
Try the Complete Playbook for 7 days.
If you don't feel calmer, clearer and more confident about what to do next, simply email me within 7 days for a full refund. No awkward conversations, no complicated forms.
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COMMON QUESTIONS
You probably want to know...
When should we start future planning?
Earlier than feels comfortable. Planning early creates options; waiting often creates urgency. Starting now is a gift to your future selves.
How do we talk about this without frightening Mum?
Start with values, not paperwork. Ask what matters most and what they'd want to preserve, then move gently toward the practical.
What if Mum or Dad refuses to talk about any of this?
That happens more often than you might think.
Many families worry they've "left it too late" because every conversation seems to end with, "I'm fine," or, "Let's not talk about that."
The good news is that planning isn't one big conversation. It's usually a series of small, gentle conversations over time.
I'll show you how to start those conversations in a way that feels respectful, preserves your relationship, and gives Mum or Dad the best chance of feeling heard rather than threatened.
Is this legal or financial advice?
No. I can help you understand legal and financial concepts, which conversations to have and which professionals you may need. But legal and financial advice should come from qualified professionals.
Can my siblings or other family members use it too?
Yes. The Playbook is designed to help families get on the same page. When everyone has the same trusted guidance, conversations become calmer and decisions become clearer.
Don't we need to see you in person?
In-person support is wonderful when you can get it — but professional dementia support often has a 6+ month waitlist. The Playbook gives you expert strategies the moment you need them, plus live weekly Q&As where I answer your family's specific questions — all for less than the cost of one appointment.
Is this just for Australians?
Not at all — dementia is a universal experience. Families worldwide share the same fears and challenges. Just read 'Mum' as 'Mom' and 'Ageing' as 'Aging'.
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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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