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[quote=Anonymous]If he's getting breathless on the stairs, can he live downstairs? I would figure out exactly what help they need, and try to hire someone remotely, or visit more often and set them up while you're there. Look into what services are available for old people in their area. If you keep in close touch by emailing or calling daily you would know if something went wrong. Make a plan in advance what you would do in the event something goes wrong. My parents are living near a sibling and try to do everything themselves still. However, the closest hospital is a half hour away and they live in a rural area that doesn't have much to offer in the way of help. They rely on neighbors a lot. My grandmother lived by herself til the end, hiring someone to deliver groceries once a week. [/quote]
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