Caregiving Tips

In today's world, it is common for family members to live in different cities and states. As a result, many adult children must provide care long distance when their older parents or other relatives need help. This task can be difficult, stressful, and time consuming. The information offered here is designed to help long distance caregivers. It suggests issues to consider, how to get needed support, and resources that provide useful information and services.

The Eldercare Locator
Helps families find service providers and formal caregivers where their loved one lives...even if they live some place else!
http://www.eldercare.gov (Off Site)

State Area Agencies on Aging
Through the Older Americans Act and state and local resources, a network of state and local agencies on aging are available to assist you in caring for your loved one, whether you live next door or in the next state. Look through this list and contact the agency closest to the person needing care.
http://www.aoa.gov/eldfam/How_To_Find/Agencies/Agencies.asp (AoA Web Site)

The Alzheimer's Association
A non-profit group that supports families and caregivers of AD patients. The link below will take you to the Alzheimer's Association website, where you will find a wealth of information on the disease and guides to additional tips and resources.
http://www.alz.org/findchapter.asp (Off Site)

The National Institute on Aging's Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center
A public organization that provides information and assistance to families dealing with Alzheimer's disease.
http://www.alzheimers.org/ (Off Site)

AARP
A private non-profit organization that advocates for and supports older adults. Click on this link to be connected to their publication about long distance caregiving.
http://www.aarp.org/confacts/caregive/longdistance.html (Off Site)