LiveWell Checklist

Go through each section and check anything that feels familiar. Don't overthink it — trust your instinct. At the end, count your checks to understand where things stand.

Safety concerns are emerging

Recent falls or near falls

Trouble getting in and out of bed or chairs

Leaving the stove or appliances on unattended

Getting lost or disoriented in familiar places

Difficulty with stairs or noticeably poor balance

1 in 4 adults over 65 falls each year — most at home, often when no one is there. Safety issues are the clearest signal that waiting could lead to a crisis.

Changes in memory or thinking

Forgetting medications or taking the wrong dosage

Repeating questions or stories within a short period

Confusion about time, dates, or familiar places

Difficulty following conversations

Noticeable increase in forgetfulness over time

Medication mismanagement is one of the leading causes of preventable hospital visits for older adults. Cognitive changes often start small but tend to progress, not stabilize.

Daily life is becoming more difficult

Struggling to cook or prepare regular meals

Wearing the same clothes repeatedly or difficulty dressing

Decline in hygiene or grooming

Unopened mail, missed bills, or missed appointments

House is noticeably less clean or organized

When daily routines start to break down, it's often a sign that independence is becoming harder to maintain without support.

Emotional and social changes

Increased anxiety, frustration, or irritability

Withdrawal from friends, family, or regular activities

Signs of loneliness or social isolation

Loss of interest in things they used to enjoy

Noticeable mood changes day to day

Social isolation has been linked to a higher risk of dementia, depression, and heart disease. Emotional health is just as important as physical safety.

The hidden factor: you

You feel overwhelmed or consistently stretched thin

You worry about them constantly, even when apart

You're juggling caregiving with work and your own family

You feel guilt, stress, or signs of burnout

You're losing time for your own well-being

Nearly 60% of caregivers report high stress levels. When you're stretched too thin, everyone feels it — including the person you're caring for.

You're still not sure what to do next

You've had conversations about care but no clear plan

You're reacting to situations instead of planning ahead

You're unsure what in-home care actually looks like

You've delayed making a decision because it feels overwhelming

You're here because something doesn't feel right

Uncertainty is often the first and most important signal. Most families don't act too early — they act too late.

Your score

Keep watchingCheck the boxes above as you go — your result will appear here.

0–5

You're likely in an early stage. Stay aware, start conversations, and revisit in a few months.

6–10

There are clear signs that support could help. This is the ideal time to explore options before something urgent forces a decision.

11–15

Your situation is moving into higher-risk territory. Getting support now can prevent avoidable stress, injury, or crisis.

16+

It's time to take action. Waiting longer increases the likelihood of a serious event — a fall, hospitalisation, or burnout.

Is it time for in-home care?