My mother-in-law is 72. She works over 40 hours a week. Her father is 93 and is living in Athens, Georgia. For several years he has lived in a facility in his own apartment with little help. About a year ago he hired a student from the University of Georgia to come in a couple of times a week to help him.
Two months ago he fell. He was on the floor for several hours because his hip gave out. Thankfully, my wife Marty calls him frequently and was able to get someone at the facility to check on him.
He then went to the hospital for surgery, and now he is in a rehab facility.
The problem that we face, along with many other Americans is that our parents are living longer lives which means we are taking care of them and taking care of our kids!
Of course the financial pressure can be overwhelming, but when you live hours away from a parent, it makes it more difficult.
I will be posting links to resources that can help you with this issue.
As always, please post your questions here and I will be happy to reply.
Scott Lara
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