Simplify Caregiving
Co-Care Calendar
The Co-Care Calendar is designed with you in mind—a dedicated carer balancing work, personal commitments, and the daily needs of a loved one. This printable calendar is a straightforward tool to help you manage your time, coordinate with family, and reduce the stress of caregiving.
Village's Co-Care Calendar helps you:
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Avoid Burnout: Clearly see where others can step in, preventing you from carrying all the responsibilities alone.
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Improve Communication: Ensure everyone in the family knows each other's availability, creating a smoother caregiving process.
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Gain Peace of Mind: Feel organised and confident knowing everyone’s schedule is laid out and caregiving is balanced.
How It Works:
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Start by personalising the calendar with your family’s name at the top.
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Each person selects a unique colour to make it easy to see who's available when.
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Note your regular work hours (e.g., WFH or office), and add other recurring commitments like fitness, volunteering, or social activities.
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By filling in your schedule, you’ll see when you're most available and identify opportunities to share the load with others.
Carer's Self-Care Checklist
The Self-Care Checklist is a simple, effective tool designed to help you make self-care a regular part of your routine. As a carer, you know that looking after others takes energy, patience, and resilience—but it’s easy to put your own needs on the back burner. This checklist gives you a gentle reminder to care for yourself, so you’re better equipped to care for those who rely on you.
Village's Carer Self-Care Checklist helps:
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Prevent Burnout: Encourages regular self-care, so you stay strong and resilient.
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Reduce Stress: A structured routine helps bring calm and stability, reducing feelings of being overwhelmed.
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Enhance Well-Being: By prioritising simple yet impactful habits, you’ll feel healthier and more connected, allowing you to be more present and supportive for your loved ones.
How to Use:
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Personalise the checklist with your name and the week, making it your own.
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Each day, check off self-care activities like staying hydrated, taking time in nature, and connecting with loved ones. Small, consistent actions can make a big difference.
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See at a glance how well you’re maintaining these essential habits. It's a clear, visual way to ensure you're not neglecting your own well-being.