Long Distance Caregiving

Family Caregiver Alliance

Description:

Nonprofit organization addressing the needs of families and friends providing long-term care at home. Website contains information, factsheets and contact information to agencies.


How to Deal with Long Distance Caregiving Issues

Source: AARP

Description:

Many adult children must help from a distance when their older parents and other relatives need help. The task can be difficult, stressful, and time consuming.


Long Distance Caregiving

Source: MetLife/National Alliance for Caregiving

Description:

20-page "Since You Care Guide"


Long-Distance Caregiving

Source: Family Caregiver Alliance

Description:

Suggestions for family caregivers whose loved ones live at a distance


National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers (NAPGCM)

Description:

Professional Geriatric Care Managers (PGCMs) are health and human services specialists who help families care for older relatives, while encouraging as much independence as possible. Website includes a searchable directory of GCMs.


So Far Away: Twenty Questions for Long-Distance Caregivers

Source: National Instititute on Aging

Description:

Free booklet to order or download covers practical, legal, financial issues