Start with an ordinary day
Think about morning routines, meals, time alone, and evening tasks. Write down where help would be welcome and what the person receiving care prefers to do independently.
Have these details nearby
- The location where care is needed.
- Preferred days, times, and a possible start date.
- Activities where support would help.
- Who should be involved in planning and follow-up.
Questions worth asking
- Which services are available for this address and schedule?
- How are caregiver arrangements and changes handled?
- What does care cost, and what is included?
- Who do we contact with questions or concerns?
You don’t need to have every answer. The first conversation is a chance to understand options and decide what to discuss next.