Here is a powerpoint presentation to assist you in building a caregiver binder.

1. Binder for caregiversself-help guide MFRC Family Navigator Program

2. The life of a caregiver consists of many challenging and rewarding experiences. The following is a guide to assist you in building your own caregiver binder. This is a great tool as it consists of all up-to-date information and documents of your loved one’s needs and care. This inventory can be kept in a three-ring binder and will include the sections as listed on the following slide. Building a caregiver binder

3. Table of Contents Tab 1. Emergency Contacts Tab 2. All About Me Tab 3. Daily needs Tab 4. Diagnosis and what it means Tab 5. Documents Tab 6. Medication records Tab 7. Upcoming appointments Tab 8. Highlights or summary reports Tab 8. Addresses and Phone Numbers Notes: Keep short, relevant and timely

5. Relationship to the patient

6. Address Emergency contacts can be identified as close friends or family you would contact in case of an emergency. It is recommended these contacts live close to your loved one’s permanent home. TAB 1.EMERGENCY CONTACTS

8. Hobbies

9. Interests

10. Favorite food

11. Food allergies and effects if ingestedA life story helps give the caregiver a better understanding of your loved one’s interests in order to connect with them more effectively and build a strong relationship. TAB 2.ALL ABOUT ME

13. Personal care and support

14. Communication

15. Mobility

16. TransportationFor example: If your loved one has a physical disability or is unable to drive, specialized transportation may have to be provided. Listing all these needs will help future doctors and caregivers provide your loved one with support services. TAB 3.DAILY NEEDS

18. The nature of the diagnosis and its likely effects both now and in the future

19. Note: If your loved one has a dual diagnosis, ensure to include all descriptions and assessments.TAB 4.DIAGNOSIS AND WHAT IT MEANS

21. Social security number

22. Power of attorney name and contact information

23. Life/disability insurance policies if applicable.

24. Photocopy of health care card

25. Health Care Directive- Please refer to the helpful definitions section for a detailed definition of a Health Care Directive.TAB 5.documents

27. Time of day medication is taken

28. Description of each medication and its possible side effects

29. Drug allergies (if applicable), and effects if ingestedTAB 6.MEDICATION RECORDS

31. Type of appointment ___________________

32. Date of appointment ___________________TAB 7.UPCOMING APPOINTMENTS

33. This section includes any summary reports you receive from professionals on your loved one’s needs and care. It can also include any important highlights or additional information about your loved one you feel would be beneficial for a caregiver to know in the case of an emergency. TAB 8.highlights or summary reports

35. Therapists

36. Past service providers and hospitalsTAB 9.important address and phone numbers

37. On this web page you will find a variety of useful documents including an emergency care plan for adults with a special need or health concern. This booklet allows you to have all of your important information in one place. You may want to consider placing a copy of your plan in your binder. This will make it easily accessible for you if an emergency situation is to ever arise. Emergency care plan