S.T.A.R.T. The Conversation For Caregivers™
SShare what matters most
Start the conversation with what matters most to you to talk about today at the appointment - in the fewest words.
TTheir recent history
Current medications, conditions, and what changed in the last few days or weeks.
AAbout what I think
Your honest concern, in one short sentence — what you suspect, or fear may be going on.
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RRequest
How to present and name your request: (Name of who appointment is for) needs______, how will WE do this? Be clear about what you need: a medication review, referral, call back, or written plan or what else?
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TTrack it
Write down what you were told — names, doses, dates, who to call, and the next appointment.
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