How to Help from Far Away

• You are not alone—about 7 million Americans are long-distance caregivers• A US Dept of Labor study found that 30% of

employees are family caregivers!• The National Institute on Aging reports that

long-distance caregivers often feel the most guilt and anxiety• Explore resources that can help you improve

your parent’s life, even from far away

What You Can Do

What You Can Do Long-Distance

Making time to visit—catch up, chat, do fun activities—with your parent when you are in town is importantBe honest with yourself about how often can you travel: financially, emotionally, and with the constraints of your careerGet as much information as you can about your parent’s conditionFind ways to stay in touch with your parent so you are aware of changes or problems

How We Can Help

Ensure that your parent’s phone is easy to use and loud enough for them to hearHave a professional set-up an email printer box so your parent can receive easy to read, printed emailsHave a professional install a digital picture frame that will automatically download photos from an account you set up online