Like others already mentioned, this article is really helpful and relevant in understanding the responsibilities and challenges of long-distance caregiving.

While not everything can be done long-distance, a lot can be nowadays! The medical alert buttons can now notify people in succession, so aa adult child can get the first notice of trouble and respond; then another call or two is made, with a final one being to 911 for emergency services. Even medication boxes can be set up to only allow access to the dose of the day AND to beep reminders that the dose has not yet been taken. Companies or individuals, of course, can be contracted to check in beyond long-distance phone calls.

There are many other things that can help when a caregiver cannot be nearby. Each senior and family needs to weigh their options and choices against what is needed. For some, a move just isn't an option...

Does the technology pick them up when they fall?

Look, you either doing the caregiving or you're not. This isn't something that can be done long distance.

This is a very relevant article with some great advice. In today's world families are not longer geographically close. Outside of your recommendations, I've seen families also install technology of course with their parent's permission. This way they can seen their living room and check in on them. Families are also using facetime and skype with Dr appointments or the local care givers. Well written.