Managing Your Parent's Money

A practical, compassionate guide for adult children managing ageing parents’ financial affairs.

There is a moment for adult children when they’ll need this book. It often starts with a simple question “Can you just have a look at this for me?” A bill. A bank statement. A letter that feels more complicated than it should be. And, just like that, without any formal meeting, job description, or pay, they’ll be promoted to their new role - that of family financial decision-maker.

Managing Your Parent’s Money explores what really happens when roles shift, emotions run high, and money intersects with family dynamics, health, housing, legal responsibilities, estate planning, and care decisions.

Written in clear, human language, the book helps readers understand what to do, what to watch out for, and when to seek professional support – without guilt, panic, or family conflict. This book is for daughters and sons trying to do the right thing for the people who once did exactly that for them, and that is no small responsibility.