Resources - Caregiver Checklist

Caregiver Checklist

A useful checklist for caregivers
Caregivers' Resources

There are many things to do as a caregiver to ensure your loved on is cared for. While each person requires unique care based upon their circumstances, this checklist can offer you a guide to help you stay on top of activities.

Personal Care

  1. Bathing – bed, sponge, tub or shower
  2. Wash hair
  3. Comb hair
  4. Shave
  5. Brush teeth
  6. Moisturize skin
  7. Trim nails
  8. Help get dressed

Toileting

  1. Help with going to the toilet, or bedpan
  2. Help with incontinence
  3. Empty colostomy bag
  4. Empty catheter bag/do urinary drainage

Nutrition

  1. Grocery shop
  2. Prepare meals
  3. Assist with feeding as needed
  4. Give fluids as needed
  5. Organize food for easy access

Medical Care

  1. Schedule and maintain calendar of medical appointments
  2. Pick up presciptions
  3. Ensure medication is properly taken
  4. Check blood pressure, blood sugar and vitals

Mobility

  1. Remove obstacles and ensure safety of surroundings
  2. Assist with walking and movement as needed
  3. Assist with transferring as needed
  4. Assist with exercises
  5. Support with accessing mobility equipment as able

Housekeeping

  1. Clean surfaces
  2. Wash and put away clothes
  3. Wash and put away dishes
  4. Vacuum and clean floors
  5. Pick up mail and pay bills on time
  6. Take out trash
  7. Change bedding regularly

Monitor

  1. Watch for changes in mobility
  2. Watch for changes in diet
  3. Watch for changes in mood
  4. Watch for changes in energy level

Companionship

  1. Spend set time together doing consistent activity, i.e tea at 2:00
  2. Get outside, or a walk or time in the yard
  3. Play games
  4. Read together
  5. Watch movies or TV shows
  6. Accompany on errands or outings