Tenant will have 10 week extended absence

[Andrew S.]

I have a tenant that is 6 months into a 1 year lease and has joined the military. They will be leaving for basic training that will last up to 10 weeks and would like to keep the apartment. How would you best handle the extended absence of the apartment? I'm in Montana so the heat would need to be kept on. They have a family member who said could check on the place 1-2 times per week. I could stop in and verify no plumbing or heat issues as well if needed (don't want to but could). Any other suggestions? Thanks!