Chapter 10 · Who is covering what, and when
Weekly Schedule and Routines
Most care gaps are scheduling gaps. Writing the week down — routines your loved one prefers, plus the name next to each block — turns vague willingness from family into real coverage.
Fill in what you know, skip what you don't
There are no wrong answers. Come back and edit this chapter anytime — especially after a doctor visit or when the routine changes.
What to do
- 1Start with their existing routine: waking, meals, rest, bed.
- 2Add appointments, therapies, and standing visits.
- 3Put a name against every block, including your own.
- 4Circle the uncovered blocks — that's your list of asks.
Weekly schedule
One row per time slot. Print it for the fridge so everyone sees the same week.