Checklists

The Single Source of Truth Document

Everything a hospital, doctor, or family member would need to know in one document.

0/20 done · Build it now, while everyone is calm. Update it after every medical change.

Fall-Risk Home Walkthrough

One Saturday afternoon. A clipboard. Every room.

0/15 done · Before any fall happens — this is the highest-leverage prevention work in caregiving.

Comprehensive Medication Review ("Brown Bag")

Bring every bottle to one appointment. Every supplement. Every OTC.

0/11 done · At least once a year. Plus after every hospitalization or specialist change.

The Hospital Go-Bag

Pre-packed by the door. The 30 seconds you won't have when an ambulance arrives.

0/13 done · Pack it now. Refresh after every hospital stay.

Family Meeting Agenda

When siblings need to align on care decisions.

0/6 done · After any major change, before any major decision, at least quarterly during long-haul caregiving.

Preparing for the Hospice Consult

What to ask, what to bring, how to think clearly through the conversation.

0/14 done · When the doctor mentions it — or before. Hospice intake visits are usually free.

POA + Advance Directive Package — What You Need

The legal documents every aging adult should have, in priority order.

0/11 done · Before any cognitive decline. After any diagnosis, immediately. Don't wait.

Caregiver Self-Care — The Non-Negotiables

Not luxuries. The infrastructure that keeps you functional.

0/15 done · Now. Daily. Weekly. Quarterly. Annually.