CC diagnosed for the baby of the family

Hello vzimarino and welcome to our site. Not always do we have the ability to be close to our loved one’s when help is needed however, as Jemima has mentioned to you, there are many ways of becoming involved.
The below is cited from NCI/Long-Distance Caregiving
It can be really tough to be away from your loved one with cancer. You may feel like you’re always a step behind in knowing what’s happening with care. Yet even if you live far away, it’s possible for you to give support and be a care coordinator.

Caregivers who live more than an hour away often rely on the telephone or e-mail as their link. But assessing someone’s needs this way can be limiting. You know that you would rush to your loved one’s side for a true medical emergency. But other situations are harder to judge. When can you handle things by phone, and when do you need to be there in person?

Finding Contacts

Many caregivers say that it helps to explore both paid and volunteer support for the patient. Try to create a support network of people who live nearby. These should be people who you could call day or night and count on in times of crisis. You may also want them to check in with your loved one from time to time.

You could also look into volunteer visitors, adult daycare centers, or meal delivery. Having a copy of the local phone book for your loved one’s area can give you quick access to resources. Checking the white and yellow pages online is useful, too. Give your phone numbers to your loved one’s health care team and others for emergencies.

Other Tips

Ask a local family member or friend to update you daily by e-mail. Or, consider creating a Web site to share news about your loved one’s condition and needs.
Talk to electronic or computer experts about other ways to connect with people. New advances using video and the Internet are being made every day.
Airlines or bus lines may have special deals for patients or family members. The hospital social worker may also know of other resources, such as private pilots or companies that help people with cancer and their families.
If you are traveling to see your loved one, time your flights or drives so that you have time to rest when you return. Many long-distance caregivers say that they don’t allow themselves enough time to rest after their visits.
Consider getting a phone card from a discount store to cut down on long-distance bills. Or, review your long-distance and cell phone plans. See if you can make any changes that would reduce your bills.

I hope this helped and please, continue to reach out to us. We are here to help.
Best wishes,
Marion