Plan Like a Pro with this Aging Care Checklist
The aging care journey may seem overwhelming at first. Fortunately, with the right tools and some thoughtful planning, it doesn’t have to stay that way. This article links to a handy checklist to help care seekers gather and organize information and resources to make their aging care journey a smooth one.
If you’re at the start of your aging care journey, your feelings could range anywhere from “Fine – I’ve got this” to “Whoa – I don’t even know where to begin.”
It’s true that aging in place can include a lot of moving parts: modifying your home for safety, choosing and hiring a home care service provider, arranging for additional services, such as transportation or meal preparation, and assembling your care circle – family, neighbors and friends who volunteer to help. And that’s just a start. It can all feel overwhelming at first.
No matter how you’re feeling, one thing is true: The sooner you start planning for care, the sooner a person-centered care plan can start working for you or your loved one.
Your plan for quality care
With this in mind, we’ve prepared a downloadable checklist to help you jump-start your journey to amazing care: “10 Essentials for Aging Care Planning.” This exclusive guide walks you through all that you need to consider for the aging care journey, from care considerations to legal and financial concerns. It includes fill-in fields to capture important information, such as who is in your care circle, as well as places to list personal preferences, like favorite foods.
Download the checklist
With this checklist in hand, you can start planning for the here and now as well as for emergencies and long-range needs further down the road. Thoughtful planning can help you feel better prepared and bring you tremendous peace of mind every step of the way.
Download the checklist
Ready? Download your CareScout planning checklist today and start filling it in. Then use it to guide conversations with your loved ones. Your journey will be off to a great start.
Expert reviewed by
Kelly Briggs, M.A., LSW, CCM
Kelly is a Licensed Social Worker and Board-Certified Case Manager with a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a certificate in trauma studies. She is passionate about helping aging adults and their caregivers understand options, feel empowered in their decision making, ...
Written by
Rob Kinslow
Rob Kinslow is a health and medical writer whose work has spanned the healthcare continuum — from primary, hospital, and home care to long-term care and senior living.
