We just got a diagnosis. What do we do in the first week?
Breathe. You do not have to fix everything today. Make three calls: the doctor's office for follow-up questions, your local Area Agency on Aging or Elder Helpline, and one trusted family member or friend to share the load.
Write down medicines, allergies, and who has legal papers. Start a simple safety check at home. See our first-week checklist.
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