I'm in a similar situation with my dad who has dementia to the point where he needs 24/7 attention back home. In my case I have family over there that care for

I'm in a similar situation with my dad who has dementia to the point where he needs 24/7 attention back home. In my case I have family over there that care for him. I regularly keep in touch and provide any help I can. I can imagine this being a lot tougher if no family was there.