Here are the most common things that you will have to remember:

  • Have I informed family or friends?
  • Do I need to cancel any daily milk or newspaper orders?
  • Am I expecting any deliveries?
  • Could someone pop in and simply open and close the curtains?
  • Are there any support services such as meal or medicine deliveries that need to be informed?
  • Are all doors and windows and doors locked?
  • Can I try using timer switches on lamps/radios etc?
  • Have I arranged for someone to take care of any pets? (Note that the S.S.P.C.A. can help with this)
  • Should I tell the Department of Work and Pensions? (a stay in hospital may affect any benefits you receive)
  • Do I need to tell the Social Work Department to rearrange home helps/carers