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How to Help Your Aging Loved Ones When You're a Long-Distance Caregiver
2 monthes ago - By Senior Health Memos
A common challenge many of us face in retirement is caring for aging parents or other loved ones. This can be an even greater challenge if your loved one lives far away. You want to respect them and don't want to intervene in their lives, but you also want to make sure they're healthy, happy, and getting the care they need. Long-distance caregiving may not be easy, but modern technology and tools for communication can ease your burden.
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