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Daily Care Checklist

Morning

  • Confirm your loved one is awake and oriented

  • Check for overnight issues or discomfort

  • Review medications due in the morning

  • Ensure hydration (first drink of the day)

  • Assist with bathroom needs

  • Support morning hygiene (wash face, brush teeth, change clothes)

  • Review today’s schedule or appointments

Midday

  • Prepare or assist with lunch

  • Check hydration again

  • Review medications due midday

  • Encourage light movement or stretching

  • Check home safety (clutter, spills, lighting)

  • Provide emotional check‑in (“How are you feeling today?”)

Afternoon

  • Support rest or quiet time

  • Review any care updates from other caregivers

  • Check mobility and comfort

  • Encourage a simple activity (walk, puzzle, TV, music)

Evening

  • Prepare or assist with dinner

  • Review medications due in the evening

  • Check hydration

  • Support evening hygiene (wash, change clothes, bathroom)

  • Prepare the home for nighttime safety (lights, pathways, temperature)

Night

  • Review nighttime medications

  • Ensure comfort and safety in bed

  • Check mobility aids (walker, bedside light, call device)

  • Review tomorrow’s schedule

  • Document any important updates for care partners

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