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Making a home caregiving plan

A plain-language reference guide, from A Guide to Homecare by Dr Dorothy Mooka.

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A situation to reason through: Three siblings who all want to help their father but keep duplicating some tasks and dropping others.

What this topic covers

A home caregiving plan schedules routine services to address pressing needs: feeding, dressing, toileting, medication management, shopping, transportation. It contains: needs and problems; patient views and preferences; available resources; goals and team actions; who provides services; assessment frequency. Problem-solving: define…

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Introduction to home caregivingSelf-care and everyday tasksGetting ready for the caregiver roleGetting organised in caregivingKnowledge and skills caregivers needInfection control

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This guide helps you prepare and learn. It is not medical advice and does not replace a doctor, nurse, or emergency care. If someone is unwell or you are unsure, contact a health professional.