The task may be completed but the day may not be safe
A morning visit can help with washing and breakfast, yet leave many hours when the person cannot reach food, manage the toilet, respond to confusion or summon help.
Look at time, not only tasks
Record what happens between visits, at night, during weekends and when family members are unavailable.
Compare realistic options
The answer may be longer visits, multiple calls, continuous daytime support, overnight care or live-in care.
Begin with a conversation
Start with what you have noticed.
Tell us what has changed, what the person wants and what the family is worried may happen next.