A Checklist for Long-Distance Caregivers

Having to fly to Florida many times to deal with emergencies striking her late 80s parents, Carolyn Parr found herself an expert on long-distance caregiving.

In this excellent blog posting, Carolyn some suggestions to make it easier if you are the one needing to do provide such support:

• Call or visit as frequently
• Get the names and contact info of parents’ doctors, lawyer and neighbors.
• Make sure your parent has a Will, a durable Power of Attorney, a medical POA, and an advance healthcare directive.

It may also be very helpful to engage the services of a local geriatric care manager.

And, if you have siblings, try to keep them in the loop and as involved as possible.