@mariad1958, you sound like someone who is organized and likes to be prepared with plan A, B and C if necessary. This will serve you well as you help your sister. She is lucky to have you.

You might find these related discussions helpful:
- Waiting for the Call: What needs to get done at home before you go?https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/waiting-for-the-call-what-needs-to-get-done-at-home-before-you-go/
- Packing question: What did you have ready for "the call"?https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/packing-question/

Also see this Mayo blog
- Q&A for Out-of-State Patients https://connect.mayoclinic.org/blog/transplant/newsfeed-post/qa-for-out-of-state-patients/