Is it time for in-home care?

Most families wait too long. Check the signs below - the ones you recognize will tell you where things stand and what to consider next.

Safety

They have had a fall or a close call in the past yearYou worry about them being home aloneThey have left the stove on or forgotten to lock the doorThey have gotten lost while driving or walking in familiar areas

Personal Care

They are not bathing or changing clothes as often as they used toThey have lost noticeable weight or skipping mealsThey are missing medications or taking the wrong doseThe house is noticeably less clean or organized than before

Health

They have been to the ER or hospital more than once in the past yearThey have a chronic condition that is getting harder to manageThey are recovering from a surgery or serious illnessTheir doctor has expressed concern about them living alone

Social & Emotional

They seem isolated, lonely, or have withdrawn from activities they used to enjoyThey express feeling like a burden to familyThey seem more anxious, confused, or down than usual

Family Caregiver

Family members are stretched thin trying to helpYou have had to take time off work to help with careYou feel guilty that you cannot do more

Your results

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Check the signs that apply to your loved one to see your results.

This checklist is for informational purposes only and is not a medical assessment.

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