When checking in at the ticket counter you will probably be told that your relative and yourself will be allowed to pre-board the plane in order to get settled before the majority of passengers are allowed to find their seats. Take advantage of this extra time to get your mother/father secured and comfortable in his/her seat and squared away before you take your seat. The flight attendants will pay special attention to your needs and will call for a wheelchair upon landing and will assist you in disembarking at the end of your trip.

Traveling by train has much of the same options offered, from free wheelchair access to attendants ready to assist you and your relative up to your train seat. However, be aware that train rides are notoriously hard on sensitive backs due to the rocking motion and the length of most train trips, so anyone with back problems may want to consider other travel options.

A long cruise might seem like the answer to many health problems, but you have concerns there as well to tend to. Is there a qualified doctor on board? Is he/she prepared to deal with your relative’s medical condition? Is the ship equipped with all the pertinent equipment in case of an emergency? How fast can your mother/father be removed from the cruise ship and taken to a hospital in case of an emergency? These are all major questions you should ask your ticket agent before laying down the cash for a leisurely cruise.

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