According to the National Alliance for Caregiving, 15 percent of the tens of millions of family caregivers in America live one or more hours away from their care recipient. And as Baby Boomers and their parents age, the number of long-distance caregivers will continue to rise.

So how can you provide adequate care from afar and focus on a healthy lifestyle at home? First, read the Caring Today articles listed to the left, then check the resources below. Together, they will help you develop a care plan, encourage you to tap into local support networks, advise you on how to connect with doctors, and inspire confidence in your ability to provide your loved one with proper care.

Administration on Aging
U.S. Department of Health and Human Resources

Alzheimer's Association

American Association of Retired Persons

American Society of Clinical Oncology

Family Caregiver Alliance, for a free downloadable copy of Handbook for Long-Distance Caregivers: An Essential Guide for Families and Friends Caring for Ill or Elderly Loved Ones

The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society

University of California at Santa Barbara
Human Resources Department