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Common situations
Most people arrive here because of something specific that has happened. Start with the one that sounds closest — you can change direction at any point.
Mum or Dad isn't managing at home
Practical first steps in Ireland when washing, dressing, meals or mobility at home are becoming too much.
See what to do nextMum or Dad is coming home from hospital
How discharge planning works in Ireland, what to ask the discharge team, and what to put in place before they come home.
See what to do nextMum or Dad seems confused or forgetful
What to do first in Ireland when you notice memory loss, confusion or changed behaviour in an older relative.
See what to do nextI've become the one doing the caring
Carer payments, breaks and practical supports in Ireland for family members taking on regular unpaid care.
See what to do nextThe HSE hours aren't enough
How to request a review of HSE home support hours in Ireland, and what other options exist while you wait.
See what to do nextWe're considering a nursing home
How the care needs assessment and Fair Deal financial assessment work in Ireland, and what to ask before deciding.
See what to do nextMum or Dad keeps falling
What to do in Ireland after repeated falls or growing unsteadiness: who to contact, what an assessment looks at, and what often helps at home.
See what to do nextHome no longer feels safe for them
What to do in Ireland when it no longer feels safe for someone to be at home alone, and how to explore more support before residential care.
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