The orgs and the pharmaceutical companies I have worked with , have always offered for me to travel with my caregiver, especially if I have someone waiting on the other end of my trip. But it really isn't safe nor is it wise) for us who have had PD for a while to even attempt to travel this way.

I just wish you could see Paula and me - or Carolyn and me - I am sure that people think we are drunk! And the strongest thing I drink is gingerale! lol

Jean, just ask and I am sure they will pay for your caregiver to go with you. Now, I can understand if one is going out of the country - that would set them way over budget. But I was figuring the other day that I personally had brought in over $200,000 to the orgs with whom I volunteer. That should be worthy of a carepartner's expenses!

Peg