CHECKLISTS FOR CARE & CLARITY
Free, thoughtfully designed checklists to help you stay organized, informed, and in control—
whether you’re in the hospital or managing care at home.
Admission Checklist
Stay organized and prepared during a hospital admission. Use this checklist to track important information and feel more in control from the start.
Ageism Checklist
Recognize how age-related assumptions can impact care. Use this checklist to support respectful communication, appropriate treatment, and patient-centered decision-making.
Bedside Survival Kit Checklist
Be prepared for a more comfortable hospital stay. Use this checklist to gather essential items that support rest, communication, and day-to-day comfort.
Bowel / Constipation Checklist
Stay ahead of a common but often overlooked issue. Use this checklist to monitor symptoms, prevent complications, and support healthy bowel function during illness or recovery.
Bringing Back Humanity & Empathy Checklist
Keep care centered on dignity and compassion. Use this checklist to support respectful communication, human connection, and a more personal experience during a hospital stay.
Caregiver Wellness Checklist
Support your well-being while caring for others. Use this checklist to maintain balance, reduce burnout, and protect your physical and emotional health.
Chronic Illness Checklist
Manage day-to-day life with a chronic condition. Use this checklist to stay organized, track symptoms, and support consistent, effective care.
Chronic Pain Checklist
Navigate ongoing pain with more clarity and control. Use this checklist to monitor patterns, communicate effectively, and explore supportive strategies.
Compliance Checklist
Stay on track with your care plan. Use this checklist to support medication routines, follow-through, and clear communication with your healthcare team.
Complications Checklist
Recognize early warning signs and prevent setbacks. Use this checklist to stay alert to changes and respond quickly when something doesn’t feel right.
Connection Checklist
Strengthen communication and support. Use this checklist to build meaningful connections with your care team, family, and those supporting your journey.
Day in the Hospital Checklist
Stay oriented and prepared throughout your hospital stay. Use this checklist to understand routines, track care, and stay involved in daily decisions.
Day in the Life of a Nurse Checklist
Understand the pace and priorities of nursing care. Use this checklist to improve communication, set expectations, and build a stronger partnership with your care team.
Delays Checklist
Navigate delays in care with more clarity. Use this checklist to ask the right questions, understand next steps, and stay informed during transitions.
DNR Checklist
Make informed decisions about resuscitation and end-of-life care. Use this checklist to clarify your wishes, communicate them clearly, and ensure they are respected.
Discharge Checklist
Prepare for a safe transition home. Use this checklist to review medications, follow-up care, warning signs, and everything you need before leaving the hospital.
Diabetes – Living With Diabetes Checklist
Manage diabetes with confidence and consistency. Use this checklist to track routines, monitor symptoms, and support long-term health and stability.
Empathy in Healthcare Checklist
Encourage compassionate, patient-centered care. Use this checklist to support respectful communication, understanding, and meaningful connection during healthcare experiences.
Family Clarity Checklist
Bring clarity to roles, decisions, and communication. Use this checklist to align expectations, reduce conflict, and support better caregiving as a family.
Food Checklist
Support nutrition and comfort during a hospital stay. Use this checklist to track meals, address concerns, and ensure dietary needs are understood and met.
Hospitalist Checklist
Know who is managing your care in the hospital. Use this checklist to understand the hospitalist’s role, improve communication, and stay informed about your treatment plan.
Hospice Checklist
Navigate end-of-life care with clarity and support. Use this checklist to understand options, align goals, and ensure comfort-focused care.
Inflammation Checklist
Support overall health by reducing inflammation. Use this checklist to identify triggers, build healthy habits, and promote long-term wellness.
Insulin Discharge Checklist
Prepare for safe insulin use after leaving the hospital. Use this checklist to review dosing, timing, supplies, and follow-up care.
Listen to Your Body Checklist
Tune in to what your body is telling you. Use this checklist to recognize changes early, trust your instincts, and communicate concerns clearly.
Living Alone Checklist
Stay safe, connected, and confident while living independently. Use this checklist to support daily routines, emergency planning, and peace of mind.
Living Your Life Checklist
Focus on what matters most while living with illness. Use this checklist to support balance, purpose, and meaningful day-to-day living.
Medication Checklist
Stay organized with your medications. Use this checklist to track names, doses, schedules, and ensure nothing is missed.
Multiple Medications Checklist
Manage multiple medications safely and effectively. Use this checklist to track interactions, avoid errors, and stay organized with complex medication routines.
Palliative Care Checklist
Understand options for comfort-focused care. Use this checklist to clarify goals, manage symptoms, and support quality of life at any stage of illness.
Patient Power Checklist
Take an active role in your care. Use this checklist to ask questions, stay informed, and advocate confidently for your needs.
Patient Rights Checklist
Know and protect your rights in healthcare settings. Use this checklist to ensure respectful treatment, informed decisions, and clear communication.
Preventable Admissions Checklist
Reduce the risk of avoidable hospital visits. Use this checklist to manage symptoms early, follow care plans, and stay ahead of potential issues.
Preventable Admissions Checklist
Reduce the risk of avoidable hospital visits. Use this checklist to manage symptoms early, follow care plans, and stay ahead of potential issues.
Reclaiming Your Life Checklist
Reconnect with what matters most. Use this checklist to support balance, rebuild routines, and move forward with purpose while living with illness.
Time Checklist
Make the most of your time in the hospital. Use this checklist to stay organized, track daily care, and better understand how your time is spent.
UTI Checklist
Recognize and respond to early signs of a urinary tract infection. Use this checklist to support timely care and prevent complications.
Feeling Unheard Checklist
Speak up when your concerns aren’t being addressed. Use this checklist to clarify your message, advocate effectively, and ensure your voice is heard.
Wound Care Checklist
Support proper wound healing and prevent infection. Use this checklist to monitor care, recognize changes, and follow best practices for recovery.
