Before the visit: your questions

  • Write the visit date and your two most important questions at the top of a fresh page.
  • Add anything that has been difficult to understand or fit into your routine so the team can discuss it with you.

During the visit: the agreed plan

  • Note the name of the person explaining the plan and ask for written instructions when available.
  • Try, 'I want to be sure I understood; can I tell you the next steps in my own words?'

After the visit: who does what

  • Keep three short entries for the next appointment, any task assigned to you or your caregiver, and the contact for questions.
  • When instructions change, date the new information and ask the team to clarify anything that conflicts with an older note.

Connect with Gateway

Call 314-325-0126 or email [email protected] about care in St. Louis and surrounding communities. You can also leave your number for a callback.

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