What to know before you begin your Home care support services.

Preparing for Your First Care Plan Assessment

Starting your journey is a personal step. It marks the beginning of support that fits who you are and what you need. At Soma Healthcare, we know that quality care is not just about records or routines. It is about your comfort, your habits, and the moments that make each day feel like home.

Your first care plan assessment is where we begin to learn these things. It is not a test or a checklist. It is a conversation. When you prepare a few simple details in advance, it helps the visit feel relaxed and meaningful.

Below are four areas that can guide your preparation:

Gather Medical Information

Start by collecting what your assessor will need to understand your health background. This helps them build safe and effective support around you.

You can bring:

• A current list of medications, including dosages and times.
• Notes about allergies or dietary restrictions.
• Contact details for your GP and any specialists.
• Recent hospital discharge papers or appointment summaries.
• Information about medical aids such as inhalers, or glucose monitors.

Keep everything together in one folder or envelope. That way, it is ready when your assessor arrives.

Note Daily Routines and Preferences

Your routine tells us how you live, not just what you need help with. The goal is to make support fit smoothly into your day.

Each person’s routine is unique. Write down what a normal day looks like for you. When do you like to wake up, eat, or rest? What meals do you enjoy? Do you prefer a bath or a shower? Small details like these shape how comfortable the home care support services will feel. Mention any habits or rituals that make your day easier. They help your care plan feel like an extension of your life, not a change to it.

These small details matter. They help create care that feels familiar and personal.

Think About Social and Emotional Needs

Care extends beyond daily tasks. It includes connection, belonging, and emotional comfort. Sharing this side of your life helps your care team understand what keeps you well.

You might want to note:

• People who visit or call regularly.
• Clubs, community groups, or faith gatherings you enjoy.
• Activities that bring peace, like gardening, knitting, or listening to music.
• Special dates or anniversaries that hold meaning.
• Pets that bring companionship.

The aim is not just to meet physical needs but to protect the parts of life that bring joy. This is what seperates us from other home care support services.

Clarify Communication Preferences

Clear communication is the foundation of good care. Setting expectations early avoids confusion later.

Everyone communicates differently. Some prefer phone calls. Others prefer texts or face-to-face talks. Decide who should be contacted first if there is a concern or an update. Sharing this at the start keeps everyone in step. It prevents confusion and helps build trust.This clarity helps everyone stay connected and confident about what happens next.

A Calm Start

Preparing these details before your visit makes the process smoother. It allows time for conversation and understanding rather than searching for papers or recalling details.At Soma Healthcare, we believe the best care starts with listening. Every note you make helps your care team build a plan that feels right—thoughtful, practical, and true to you. As a company that provides a wide range of home care support services, we feel that details matter and our carers will strive to achieve complete satisfaction,