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Before arrival (setup)

• Landing zone: sturdy chair, water, charger, notebook, lighting
• Clear walk lanes bedroom ↔ bathroom; remove rugs/clutter
• Night lights; essentials at waist height

First 2 hours

• Confirm restrictions (stairs, transfers, bathing, equipment)
• Medication reality check: new vs stopped; set a simple schedule
• Hydration + simple food; don’t rush
• Bathroom plan: safe path and timing

Day 1

• Keep the day quiet; avoid too many visitors
• Identify highest-risk moments: shower, transfers, nighttime
• Assign roles: meds, meals, bathing/transfers, transport, overnight safety

Day 2

• Convert “hero mode” into a repeatable schedule
• Write what’s working/not: pain timing, appetite, sleep, mobility confidence
• Confirm follow-ups + transportation

Red flags (call clinician)

• Repeated near-falls, new confusion, severe weakness
• Shortness of breath, chest pain, uncontrolled pain
• Medication side effects making walking unsafe

In an emergency, call 911. This guide is educational and not medical advice.