Elder Carpooling

Here's a caregiver tip. If you care for an aging relative who doesn't drive, think about your friends and your relative's friends who are in the same situation. Connect with them and find out about opportunities to "carpool" to and from doctor's offices, the supermarket, hairdresser appointments, etc. A friend just shared with me that she is working with another friend who also has older parents. They've been scheduling appointments for both parents on a single day, then taking turns shuttling them. They trade off every other week or so. It's not too much to handle because both seniors are competent to walk with a walker and both friends have cars that can accommodate them. Don't be afraid to make this suggestion to a friend! It could give you back some valuable time.