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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 the downloaded pack immediately.
Print it, share it with family, or keep it on your phone/tablet for quick reference.