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Feeling overwhelmed by care decisions?
When a parent or loved one needs help, it can feel like you’ve been thrown into a world of jargon, paperwork, and tough choices — on top of the emotions of watching someone you love struggle.
This Family Information Guide was created to make that journey easier. It’s a warm, practical toolkit designed for families who need clear information and ready-to-use tools right now.
What’s Inside
✅ Things to Try Before Care – practical services and equipment that can buy time and independence.
✅ Emergency Information Sheet – printable template linked to the Lions “Message in a Bottle” scheme.
✅ Carer Burnout – how to spot it, what to do, and where to find support.
✅ Decision Fatigue – a step-by-step way to prioritise safety, happiness, and the decisions that matter most.
✅ Navigating Family Differences – keeping everyone focused on the person at the centre.
✅ Care Provider Checklist – compare services side by side with scoring built in.
✅ Trusted Contacts – Alzheimer’s Society, Dementia UK, Age UK, with phone numbers included.
✅ A Note from Me to You – encouragement and guidance to remind you that you’re not alone.
Why This Guide?
Clear & Human: No jargon, no overwhelm — just the essentials you need.
Practical Tools: Checklists and worksheets you can print, share, and use straight away.
Flexible: Works for a wide range of situations — dementia, frailty, hospital discharge, or just needing extra support at home.
Created by a Care Professional: I’ve seen hundreds of families in this position. This guide pulls together what helps most.
How It Works
Purchase securely through this website.
You’ll receive a download link to the PDF guide by email.
Print it, share it with family, or keep it on your phone/tablet for quick reference.