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[quote=Anonymous]I would not bring her with you. We have had a relative living with us and their ability to travel safely and comfortably has changed significantly. I would not want them away from their doctors and routines. We did take them on several trips within the US and it was a nightmare. Aside from the extra cost - yes they need their own room/space - it ended up causing them a lot of anxiety being in new places - they just couldn't adapt easily. They also couldn't participate in a lot of the activities the rest of the family could so we were faced with someone staying back with them (they were scared of being left alone in a new place), bringing them with us but someone sitting in the car with them or finding a place to sit and wait. It wasn't much of a vacation for the caregivers. In hindsight, they did need to get out of their day-to-day routine, like the rest of us but day trips to "elder" friendly places that are accessible with a walker would have been better. And don't even get me started on the timing and types of meals needed - they needed to eat early and had a restricted diet. They can not stay by themselves so leaving them behind is not feasible. I would add - that it sounds easy to get someone to stay with your parent - but it can be a significant expense that needs to be added to your travel budget - especially if they need 24/7 care. [/quote]

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