Things to talk about with elderly parents on the phone
Thirty-six questions and small topics for calls with an older mother or father, sorted by the kind of day they have had, and how to end a call well.
Guides
Practical answers for ordinary moments with the people who matter to you. Each one is written to help on its own, whether or not you ever use Sunli.
How to text a friend you haven’t talked to in years, with examples
Twelve first messages for an old friend, sorted by why you lost touch. What to leave out, what to do if they don’t reply, and the second message.
How often should I call my parents?
There is no right number. Four questions help you find a rhythm you can keep and they would like, and one short conversation makes it stick.
Where things stand
Sunli is not ready yet. The design is finished and the first version is being built.
There is no app to download today and no list to join. When there is a way to hear from us, it will be on this page.
One part of it works already, here on the site: When can I ring?
Written on 14 November 2026.