One practical step
CaregivingList backup carers
Agree on backup support before the main carer is unavailable.
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Done when
Each person knows the times they can help.
Agree on backup support before the main carer is unavailable.
Who this is for
Households with ongoing care; do not assign people without agreement.
Why this matters
Confirmed availability is more useful than assumed availability.
How to do it
An original activity to try, adapt or skip for your circumstances; outcomes are not guaranteed.
- Separate times requiring cover from tasks that can wait.
- Ask trusted people which tasks and times they can actually cover.
- Record contact details and a call order confirmed by each person.
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