A column for seniors and those who love them

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You know, by the time you've reached my age, you've made plenty of mistakes if you've lived your life properly. - Ronald Reagan, U.S. president

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There's a good chance your aging parent will require hospitalization at some point, especially if he or she has chronic health conditions. If your parent relies primarily on you for assistance, it's important to do some preparation in advance even if it's only thinking about what will happen.

Here is a list of things to bring with you to the hospital as you support your older parent in that situation. The list was...