The daily schedules of caregivers can get hectic, and time is precious especially since there is so much to do in a day. Keeping to a daily routine can help you better manage time and care for your loved ones. 

How a care routine helps

• Minimises confusion and stress in decision making 
• Ensures important routine tasks (e.g. medication) are done 
• Get seniors involved in planning their own care routine

Here are the 4 ‘P”s to get you started on personalising a care routine.

Planning

• Make a list of daily tasks and activities
• Understand loved ones’ needs, preferences, and abilities
• Discuss with your family and allocate tasks
• Plan activities for yourself

Perform

• Use the care routine as a daily guide
• Improvise the tasks to ensure you and  your loved ones are comfortable with it

People

• Arrange for extra help if you’re unable to manage
• Look for available care services to support you
• Keep other family members updated on your loved ones’ condition
• Ease the load by splitting up tasks and responsibilities

Pace

• Don’t overexert yourself or your loved ones
• Have adequate rest between activities

With good planning, you can be more efficient in completing your daily tasks, and even free up some time for respite and self-care. Need help getting started? Try using this Basic Care Routine Guide and Template!