Originally Posted by zambonisk

I have done this a couple of times at ORD and not accompanied my disabled father but I have emailed the ORD GS manager each time beforehand and asked for permission. I'm not sure how/if he notes my father's PNR but he has never had a problem, but I've always asked beforehand.

If you are concerned about granting him or her access to the GS check in w/o you flying, I'd buy a refundable ticket for yourself and go thru the check in process with your family member. Once thru security uncheck yourself in and cancel said ticket.