Many of us no longer live in the same community as our parents. Often we live oceans away. This conversation is dedicated to discussing a topic that brings up many emotions and involves many complicated variables but in the end, is the most human of experiences to have.

For a recommended article that touches on some of these themes, we could recommend starting here: https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/health/a45665678/caregiving-for-aging-parents/

We are grateful for the contributions of Aoife, Patricia, and Diana in sharing their experiences in this important episode.

Aoife Hoitink has lived internationally for over 25 years. She has been living in Lausanne for the last 10 years. Aoife's parents are in Ireland and her in laws live in The Netherlands.

Patricia Vriesendorp is an American and Swiss trained psychologist & psychotherapist who has often had family spread out across borders.  She currently lives with her immediate family, husband and 2 teen sons in Biel, while her extended family, mother and brother live in the Netherlands.  The deterioration and eventual death of her father more than 2 years ago highlighted the challenges of navigating care for family while abroad.

Diana Rusen is a body work therapist who works with her clients in Biel-Bienne. She grew up in Romania.