Staying Connected: Supporting an Older Parent from Afar

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When your parent lives hours away, staying connected takes creativity. I schedule weekly video calls and send physical letters—they love holding something I touched. A smart speaker lets me drop in for quick chats, and I store photos on a shared album they can browse anytime. It is not perfect, but these small rituals bridge the distance.