How to talk about who takes part in care
Questions to agree on who follows the notes, which information is useful and when to review participation.
A starting point
Start with the adults involved today and the information each person needs. Discuss how to share notes and when to review participation. Agreeing on a role in care is different from granting access to an account.
Start with the current arrangement
Who provides care can change around mornings, afternoons, work and other commitments. For this exercise, imagine two fictional adults and describe what each needs to pick up in the conversation. You do not need real names.
Agree on what is useful to share
A note about the backpack may help the person going out. That does not mean everyone needs every piece of information. Families can discuss the context of each role and the limits of the channels they use.
Plan how to review participation
When someone stops taking part, discuss which notes and channels need review. A simulated invitation in the demo does not send messages or create real permissions. Access in a shared product needs its own validation.
Keep the conversation open
Today’s arrangement may change next week. This outline is an organization suggestion, without scoring who cares better or measuring affection. If it adds work without helping, simplify it or stop using it.
Fictional example
Fictional example Ana prepares the bag. Rafa handles going out. They discuss what goes in the backpack. When the plan changes, they review the agreement.
Do I need to invite the whole family?
No. This exercise requires no invitations. It helps you think about which adults are involved and what they need to discuss.
Context reference
The UNICEF material presents a family-centered approach to caregiver support. This original exercise does not reproduce or adapt the Caring for the Caregiver program.
Caring for the Caregiver — UNICEF. Accessed October 7, 2026.
Editorial scope
Written with AI assistance and editorial scope review. This template has not had clinical review, efficacy research or validation with families. Do not enter real data in the demo.