Caregiver Checklist
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- Caregiver
- Decide which of the family members will help the caregiver.
- Decide how much help they will be able to give.
- Establish a good relationship with the patient's medical doctor.
- Meet with a lawyer to get legal advice on decisions that need to be made about health care and finances.
- Learn all you possibly can about the illness so you can deal with it in the best possible way.
- Try to teach family and relatives about the illness so they will understand what is happening to the patient.
- Your Patient
- Reassure and comfort the patient, repeatedly, with words or hugs.
- Give the patient time alone if he or she needs it.
- Keep your sense of humor.
- Read the patient's body language.
- Stay with the patient during an activity.
- Never assume the patient does not understand what is being said or done.
- Keep a watchful eye and step in gracefully when the patient needs assistance.
- Make a safe sleeping area.
- Be sure tea or coffee is not too hot.
- Include exercise in the patient's daily routine.
- Make sure anything you leave lying about is harmless.
- Do not attempt full care without assistance.
- Allow children and pets to play with the patient.
- Take the patient outdoors several times a day.
- Give the patient pleasure with music.
- Be alert for signs of developing physical problems.
- Bathe the patient daily.
- Always have assistance when trying to lift the patient.
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Presented by:
Kimberly French
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Who it's for
This Caregiver Checklist is for anyone who wants a simple, practical way to get things done without missing steps.
- Avoid forgetting - keep all your Caregiver essentials in one place (external memory)
- Save time - start from a proven Caregiver structure instead of a blank page
- Stay on track - track progress, come back later, and keep momentum
- Coordinate with others - share the list and divide responsibilities
- Learn the process - follow the steps in a sensible order, even if it's your first time
How to use it
How to use this Caregiver Checklist
- Save Caregiver Checklist to your free Checklist account so your progress is saved and synced across devices.
- Customize it in the app: remove anything that does not apply, then add your own details for Caregiver (dates, sizes, addresses, notes).
- If others are involved, invite them to collaborate and divide responsibilities.
- Work through the list: check items off as you go, and set reminders for time-sensitive steps.
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