On-Site Parent Care Management Great Help with Long-Distance Care

Dear Carol: My parents are in their 80s and beginning to have occasional problems with managing their medical appointments and medications. Since I live and work nearly 1000 miles away I can’t be with them enough to handle this. Thankfully, my parents have been realistic and proactive when it comes to legal work and bill paying. Still, the physical distance between us is a worry. They have a decent income and some savings so I’m considering hiring a care agency, but I feel disadvantaged by the distance since I can’t closely supervise the care.  Read the full question and answer on Inforum about one popular option if you live far from your parents (or even if you don't): MedicareFAQ – Medicare Resource Center Support a caregiver or jump-start discussion in support groups with real stories - for bulk orders of Minding Our Elders e-mail Carol                  Related StoriesConvincing an Incontinent Elder to Wear Protection for Their Own DignityHow to Overcome the Guilt After Placing Someone In a Care FacilityChildhood Abuse Can Alter an Adult's Ability to Provide Parent Care 
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