Websites help keep families in touch….
May 12th, 2008 by Jeannie
The internet is helping caregivers share information with family and friends who live out-of-town, more conveniently and efficiently. Personal-help websites are offering free services enabling caregivers, to share updates and personal messages. These sites are being used by caregivers who may be caring for someone with life-threatening medical conditions, newborn infants, and frail older adults.
This could be an excellent tool for adult children and other family members to stay abreast of the status of their loved ones, and make it easier for the primary caregiver. Having been a caregiver in this situation, I know how draining it can be to try and keep everyone informed, while also providing care and communicating with the myriad of healthcare professionals who may also be involved.
The Miami Herald posted a full article on this topic, which provides more in-depth information. The two websites named in the article are CaringBridge.org and CarePages.org.
