"Empowering individuals and communities to resolve conflicts in a confidential, affordable, and respectful manner."
Preparing for mediation
Preparing for mediation is an important step in helping individuals and families move toward clearer communication and shared understanding. Mediation works best when everyone arrives with a sense of what they hope to address and a willingness to participate in a respectful, solution‑focused conversation.
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Before the session, we encourage individuals to think about the concerns they want to discuss, any questions they may have about the situation, and what outcomes would feel workable or supportive.
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During mediation, a neutral mediator will guide the conversation, ensure each person has space to speak, and help identify options that support the patient’s well‑being and the family’s needs. The goal is not to assign blame, but to create a safe environment where everyone can be heard and work toward a plan that supports care, stability, and next steps.
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Mediation is a collaborative process, and thoughtful preparation helps ensure the conversation is productive, respectful, and centered on the best interests of the patient and those involved.
BENEFITS OF MEDIATION
It works!
Mediation is a “win-win” rather than a “win-lose” solution.
It’s convenient!
Most mediation sessions are scheduled within two weeks and most disputes are resolved in one mediation session.
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It’s confidential!
Almost everything disclosed during mediation is confidential and cannot be used in a lawsuit.
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It’s affordable!
Court costs and attorney fees can be avoided or reduced.
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It’s cooperative, not adversarial!
Mediation provides a comfortable, safe and respectful setting for discussion.
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It protects your legal remedies!
If mediation does not result in an agreement; you can still go to court.
It allows you to have control of the outcome!
In the mediation process, the individuals involved are the ones who control the outcome and create an agreement that works for them.
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It’s forward-looking!
Mediation focuses on what the issues are now, how they can be resolved, and what can be done to avoid similar problems in the future