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List of All the Tasks on Birdie

A list of every task currently available on birdie

Written by Billy Yates

Please note: The following feature is available for all of Birdie’s packages.

We have a huge choice of tasks available for you to use on our Task Planner feature, to make these even more person-centred you can use the notes box to add further details.

If you cannot find the appropriate task please try using less specific wording or try searching for general task areas such as cleaning or house management. If you need further assistance with finding tasks please reach out to us on support.

Top tip: Use Command + F (Mac) or Win + S (Windows 10 & 11) keyboard shortcut to open a find or search box to locate a specific character, word, or phrase in the below list.

Given this is for an Intercom article, a clean markdown table will paste well. Here it is:

Task

Category

12-hour sit-in support

Environmental

Access house via key safe

Environmental

Apply carbon dioxide (CO2) sensor

Environmental

Arrange transport

Environmental

Ask if further assistance is required

Environmental

Assist making phone calls

Environmental

Assist to change PEG feeding syringe

Environmental

Assist to cover/uncover mobility scooter

Environmental

Assist to empty / load dishwasher

Environmental

Assist to empty the vacuum

Environmental

Assist to evacuate the building in case of emergency

Environmental

Assist to feed the birds

Environmental

Assist to feed the dog

Environmental

Assist to fill kettle

Environmental

Assist to light fire

Environmental

Assist to open windows

Environmental

Assist to prepare hospital bag

Environmental

Assist to set alarm

Environmental

Assist to take item off charge

Environmental

Assist with cleaning / unblocking drain(s)

Environmental

Assist with cleaning windows

Environmental

Assist with drying laundry

Environmental

Assist with feeding the cat

Environmental

Assist with gardening

Environmental

Assist with laundry

Environmental

Assist with light cleaning duties

Environmental

Assist with mouth care

Environmental

Assist with Pet Care

Environmental

Assist with plant care

Environmental

Assist with reading letters

Environmental

Assist with special request

Environmental

Assist with specialist equipment

Environmental

Assist with stair gate

Environmental

Assist with using tablet

Environmental

Assist with washing dishes

Environmental

Blinds up/down

Environmental

Bring bins in

Environmental

Bumpers on bedrails to be secured

Environmental

Change bacterial filter

Environmental

Change Bedding

Environmental

Change giving set

Environmental

Change inner tube

Environmental

Change towels and flannels

Environmental

Change tubing on cough assist machine

Environmental

Change ventilator circuit

Environmental

Charge hearing aid

Environmental

Charge Hoist Batteries

Environmental

Charge mobility scooter

Environmental

Charge smart home device

Environmental

Check and change nappy

Environmental

Check and empty moisture traps in the home

Environmental

Check and record ventilator settings

Environmental

Check brakes on the commode

Environmental

Check Call

Environmental

Check catheter bag supplies

Environmental

Check cigarettes are fully extinguished

Environmental

Check condition of bed rails

Environmental

Check contents of emergency tracheostomy box

Environmental

Check door sensor

Environmental

Check electric heater

Environmental

Check emergency equipment

Environmental

Check equipment has been safety checked

Environmental

Check equipment service date

Environmental

Check fire place for potential hazards

Environmental

Check fruit bowl for mouldy items

Environmental

Check gas/electricity meter

Environmental

Check heating thermostat

Environmental

Check house oil gauge

Environmental

Check in and check out using landline

Environmental

Check manual handling equipment is clean

Environmental

Check mobility equipment

Environmental

Check on wellbeing

Environmental

Check oxygen machine is at correct level

Environmental

Check oxygen machine is on and running normally

Environmental

Check phone(s) is plugged in

Environmental

Check plugs

Environmental

Check safety and condition of walking aid

Environmental

Check taps are off

Environmental

Check teapot is empty

Environmental

Check the fridge temperature

Environmental

Check/change oxygen concentration filter

Environmental

Check/change ventilator filter

Environmental

Clean / check the microwave

Environmental

Clean and disinfect bathroom

Environmental

Clean and disinfect door handles

Environmental

Clean and disinfect fridge

Environmental

Clean and disinfect kitchen

Environmental

Clean and disinfect light switches

Environmental

Clean and disinfect surfaces

Environmental

Clean and disinfect the toilet

Environmental

Clean and mop home

Environmental

Clean and mop the floors

Environmental

Clean and tidy the bathroom

Environmental

Clean and tidy the bedroom

Environmental

Clean and tidy the kitchen

Environmental

Clean and tidy the living room

Environmental

Clean appliance

Environmental

Clean Ash from fire place

Environmental

Clean button on peg

Environmental

Clean dishwasher filter

Environmental

Clean drinking bottle

Environmental

Clean dummy/pacifier

Environmental

Clean furniture/upholstery

Environmental

Clean kitchen trolley

Environmental

Clean Mattress

Environmental

Clean mobility equipment

Environmental

Clean razor

Environmental

Clean recycling area

Environmental

Clean the tip of the nebuliser

Environmental

Clean tubing on cough assist machine

Environmental

Clean tumble dryer filter

Environmental

Collect coal from Shed

Environmental

Collect groceries

Environmental

Collect laundry

Environmental

Collect Newspaper

Environmental

Collect newspaper from the post office

Environmental

Collect post from the post box

Environmental

Complete fire safety check

Environmental

Complete first aid check

Environmental

Complete house meeting

Environmental

Complete incident report

Environmental

Complete maintenance checks

Environmental

Complete Night checks

Environmental

Complete non-invasive ventilation checklist

Environmental

Complete Paperwork

Environmental

Complete project audit

Environmental

Complete reablement assessment

Environmental

Complete safety checks

Environmental

Complete spot checks

Environmental

Complete sweep of dangerous objects and dispose

Environmental

Complete tracheostomy and ventilation checklist

Environmental

Complete tracheostomy checklist

Environmental

Complete weekly fire safety check

Environmental

Complete welfare check

Environmental

Complete wheelchair safety checks

Environmental

Continue with washing

Environmental

Declutter the home

Environmental

Disconnect humidifier

Environmental

Dispose of incontinence pad

Environmental

Dispose of PPE

Environmental

Dispose of Used Items

Environmental

Dust home

Environmental

Empty and clean (disinfect) commode

Environmental

Empty and clean (disinfect) urine bottle

Environmental

Empty and clean commode

Environmental

Empty and clean urine bottles

Environmental

Empty ashtray

Environmental

Empty bins and/or recycling

Environmental

Empty catheter bag

Environmental

Empty Clinical Waste Bin

Environmental

Empty dehumidifier

Environmental

Empty the ashtray

Environmental

Empty the hot water bottle

Environmental

Empty the tumble dryer

Environmental

Encourage Bed Rest

Environmental

Encourage to get out of bed

Environmental

Ensure Alexa device is turned off

Environmental

Ensure Alexa device is turned on

Environmental

Ensure all tasks are offered and record refusals

Environmental

Ensure bed is made

Environmental

Ensure bed rails are down

Environmental

Ensure bed rails are up

Environmental

Ensure boiler is switched off

Environmental

Ensure boiler is switched on

Environmental

Ensure brakes on the bed are securely on

Environmental

Ensure camera is set up in property

Environmental

Ensure care recipient is warm

Environmental

Ensure CCTV is positioned correctly

Environmental

Ensure client has money for shopping

Environmental

Ensure cooker is switched off

Environmental

Ensure cordless phone is with the client

Environmental

Ensure curtains are closed

Environmental

Ensure curtains are open

Environmental

Ensure dementia clock is on

Environmental

Ensure door is closed

Environmental

Ensure door is locked

Environmental

Ensure door is open

Environmental

Ensure door is unlocked

Environmental

Ensure electric blanket is turned off

Environmental

Ensure electric blanket is turned on

Environmental

Ensure fan is switched off

Environmental

Ensure fan is switched on

Environmental

Ensure feed pump is running correctly

Environmental

Ensure garage is secure

Environmental

Ensure gas is turned off

Environmental

Ensure gas is turned on

Environmental

Ensure heating is switched off

Environmental

Ensure heating is switched on (Winter time)

Environmental

Ensure heating is working

Environmental

Ensure home is clean and tidy

Environmental

Ensure home is secure

Environmental

Ensure hot running water is available

Environmental

Ensure humidifier is turned on

Environmental

Ensure important documents are easily accessible

Environmental

Ensure item is within reach

Environmental

Ensure keys are accessible

Environmental

Ensure lights are off

Environmental

Ensure lights are on

Environmental

Ensure moving and handling equipment to hand

Environmental

Ensure Personal Alarm is switched on and in working order

Environmental

Ensure personal alarm is to hand

Environmental

Ensure pets are not in the room

Environmental

Ensure Portable Phone is on charge

Environmental

Ensure portable phones are swapped over and put on charge

Environmental

Ensure remote control is out of reach

Environmental

Ensure remote is left within reach

Environmental

Ensure safe internet use

Environmental

Ensure safety when smoking

Environmental

Ensure sensor(s) are off

Environmental

Ensure sensor(s) are on

Environmental

Ensure sleep positioning system is in place

Environmental

Ensure smart home devices is unplugged

Environmental

Ensure stair lift is in place

Environmental

Ensure surfaces are clean and tidy

Environmental

Ensure tablet is plugged in

Environmental

Ensure temperature is as required

Environmental

Ensure that client smokes outside

Environmental

Ensure that gas is turned off/on as required

Environmental

Ensure that the home is safe on leaving

Environmental

Ensure toilet has been flushed

Environmental

Ensure torches are working

Environmental

Ensure TV remote is left within reach

Environmental

Ensure walking frame is out of reach

Environmental

Ensure walkways/corridors are clear

Environmental

Ensure wheelchair straps are fastened

Environmental

Ensure window is closed

Environmental

Ensure window is open (Summer time)

Environmental

Ensure you complete full visit length

Environmental

Ensure you write on the whiteboard

Environmental

Enter the home

Environmental

Fill hot water bottles as requested

Environmental

Fill up instant hot water kettle

Environmental

Flip and turn mattress

Environmental

Flush jejunostomy tube

Environmental

Flush nasogastric tube

Environmental

Flush RIG tube

Environmental

Full rotation of Peg button

Environmental

Gain consent

Environmental

Hang out washing

Environmental

Heat microwaveable bean bag

Environmental

Help open sealed bottles and containers

Environmental

Home management - other

Environmental

Hoover home

Environmental

Inform telecare you're leaving

Environmental

Iron clothing

Environmental

Knock before entering home

Environmental

Leave milk bottle out

Environmental

Live-in care

Environmental

Lock the car

Environmental

Make sure the movement alarm is on

Environmental

Make the bed

Environmental

Manage correspondence and bills

Environmental

Monitor stock levels

Environmental

Monitor stock levels of food

Environmental

Monitor suspicious behaviour and report

Environmental

Move items downstairs

Environmental

Move items upstairs

Environmental

Open/close gate

Environmental

Perform deep clean of home

Environmental

Perform/receive handover

Environmental

Please ensure handover is given to next caregiver

Environmental

Plug in DVD player

Environmental

Polish surfaces

Environmental

Prepare bed

Environmental

Prepare bins for collection

Environmental

Prompt care recipient to read newsletter/watch tv

Environmental

Prompt light cleaning duties

Environmental

Prompt to charge mobile phone

Environmental

Prompt to use long handled tools

Environmental

Provide supportive observation

Environmental

Put clothes away

Environmental

Put crockery and cutlery away

Environmental

Put electronics on charge

Environmental

Put equipment back

Environmental

Put food delivery away

Environmental

Put groceries away

Environmental

Put on the radio as requested

Environmental

Put on the washing machine

Environmental

Put wheelchair on charge

Environmental

Record specific observations

Environmental

Remove trip hazards

Environmental

Replace batteries in electronics

Environmental

Replace filter on cough assist machine

Environmental

Report presence of flies in the home

Environmental

Restock fire logs

Environmental

Return the keys to the key safe

Environmental

Ring bell and wait to be let in

Environmental

Sign in/out visitors book

Environmental

Sit on the edge of the bed please

Environmental

Sit-in support

Environmental

Sleep-in support

Environmental

Strip the bed

Environmental

Support Service

Environmental

Sweep the floors

Environmental

Switch appliances off

Environmental

Switch appliances on

Environmental

Switch fan heater off

Environmental

Switch fan heater on

Environmental

Switch on electric warming device

Environmental

Switch ToTo mattress on/off

Environmental

Take a photo

Environmental

Take dog for walk

Environmental

Take laundry to launderette

Environmental

Test smoke/carbon monoxide alarm

Environmental

Top up humidifier water

Environmental

Turn lights off

Environmental

Turn monitor on/off

Environmental

Turn off computer

Environmental

Turn off electric fire

Environmental

Turn off gas fire

Environmental

Turn on computer

Environmental

Turn on electric fire

Environmental

Turn on gas fire

Environmental

Turn on/off crash mat sensor

Environmental

Turn on/off door alarm

Environmental

Turn on/off heated clothes rail

Environmental

Turn the TV off

Environmental

Turn the TV on

Environmental

Turn water heater off

Environmental

Turn water heater on

Environmental

Use a shower protector

Environmental

Vacuum all rooms as required

Environmental

Vent gastrostomy tube

Environmental

Waking night support

Environmental

Wash and dry dishes

Environmental

Wash cough assist mask

Environmental

Water the plants

Environmental

Wear visor

Environmental

Accompany to attend activities

Social Support

Accompany to go for a walk

Social Support

Accompany to go outside

Social Support

Assist in school/college

Social Support

Assist to attend social activities

Social Support

Assist to maintain social connections

Social Support

Assist to plan daily routine

Social Support

Assist to use social media

Social Support

Assist with Family related tasks

Social Support

Assist with reading books / magazines

Social Support

Assist with religious routine

Social Support

Check no further support is required

Social Support

Collect from day centre

Social Support

Developing coping strategies

Social Support

Encourage independence

Social Support

Encourage participation in activities

Social Support

Engage in outcome-focused conversation (MEOC)

Social Support

Escort visit / community access outing

Social Support

Greet and wake gently

Social Support

Liaise with third party

Social Support

Meet and greet

Social Support

Monitor visitors to the client

Social Support

Offer companionship

Social Support

Offer emotional support

Social Support

Prepare for day centre

Social Support

Prepare for outing

Social Support

Provide entertainment

Social Support

Record mental health observation

Social Support

Remind client to attend appointments/activities

Social Support

Report any changes in behaviour

Social Support

Respite visit

Social Support

Sit-in support

Social Support

Stay full duration

Social Support

Supervise care recipient at all times

Social Support

Support chosen activities

Social Support

Support to transfer onto the bus

Social Support

Support with care of children

Social Support

Support with play and development

Social Support

Supported living

Social Support

Take to day centre

Social Support

Visit client in hospital

Social Support

Apply cream to sacrum and buttocks

Personal Care

Apply oil

Personal Care

Assist into bath

Personal Care

Assist out of the bath

Personal Care

Assist out of the shower

Personal Care

Assist to apply Perfume/Aftershave

Personal Care

Assist to bath or shower

Personal Care

Assist to change incontinence pad

Personal Care

Assist to change incontinence pants

Personal Care

Assist to change into clean clothes

Personal Care

Assist to change into nightwear

Personal Care

Assist to change sanitary product

Personal Care

Assist to dispose of stoma bag

Personal Care

Assist to dress / undress

Personal Care

Assist to dry skin

Personal Care

Assist to empty and clean bed pan

Personal Care

Assist to have a bath

Personal Care

Assist to have a bed bath

Personal Care

Assist to have a full body wash

Personal Care

Assist to have a shower

Personal Care

Assist to have a strip wash

Personal Care

Assist to have a wash

Personal Care

Assist to inflate bathing cushion

Personal Care

Assist to pack a bag

Personal Care

Assist to put apron on

Personal Care

Assist to use bed pan

Personal Care

Assist to use urine bottle

Personal Care

Assist when using the toilet

Personal Care

Assist with accessories

Personal Care

Assist with anal flushes

Personal Care

Assist with attaching catheter leg bag straps

Personal Care

Assist with bowel care

Personal Care

Assist with catheter care

Personal Care

Assist with cleaning teeth

Personal Care

Assist with drying hair

Personal Care

Assist with grooming

Personal Care

Assist with hair care

Personal Care

Assist with hand care and hygiene

Personal Care

Assist with jewellery

Personal Care

Assist with make up

Personal Care

Assist with nail care

Personal Care

Assist with night care

Personal Care

Assist with oral hygiene

Personal Care

Assist with personal care

Personal Care

Assist with personal care and check water temperature

Personal Care

Assist with putting footwear on

Personal Care

Assist with putting socks on

Personal Care

Assist with putting watch on/off

Personal Care

Assist with removing catheter leg bag straps

Personal Care

Assist with removing footwear

Personal Care

Assist with shaving

Personal Care

Assist with shoes and socks

Personal Care

Assist with slippers

Personal Care

Assist with stockings/tights

Personal Care

Assist with stoma care

Personal Care

Assist with trouser braces

Personal Care

Assist with urethra care

Personal Care

Assist with washing hair

Personal Care

Assist with washing hands

Personal Care

Attach Conveen

Personal Care

Attach day bag

Personal Care

Attach drainage bag

Personal Care

Attach leg bag to catheter

Personal Care

Attach night bag

Personal Care

Attach night bag and switch tap to open

Personal Care

Change catheter bag

Personal Care

Change catheter clip(s)

Personal Care

Change colostomy pouch

Personal Care

Change incontinence bed pad

Personal Care

Change incontinence bed pan

Personal Care

Change incontinence pad

Personal Care

Change incontinence pants

Personal Care

Change leg bag

Personal Care

Change stoma cap

Personal Care

Change urinary pouch

Personal Care

Change urostomy pouch

Personal Care

Change/replace stoma bag

Personal Care

Charge bath seat battery

Personal Care

Check catheter bag

Personal Care

Check colostomy supplies

Personal Care

Check if dentures are in

Personal Care

Check if dressed correctly for the weather

Personal Care

Check incontinence pad

Personal Care

Check the flip flow for catheter

Personal Care

Check toe nails

Personal Care

Clean and store night bag

Personal Care

Clean catheter site

Personal Care

Clean dentures

Personal Care

Clean perinea area

Personal Care

Complete morning routine

Personal Care

Complete nail care assessment

Personal Care

Confirm that personal care has been carried out independently

Personal Care

Continence care

Personal Care

Dispose of catheter bag

Personal Care

Dispose of leg bag

Personal Care

Document what the client has achieved independently

Personal Care

Empty and clean colostomy pouch

Personal Care

Empty and clean stoma bag

Personal Care

Empty and clean urostomy pouch

Personal Care

Empty and disconnect day bag

Personal Care

Empty and disconnect night bag

Personal Care

Empty catheter bag and switch tap to closed

Personal Care

Empty incontinence pad bin

Personal Care

Empty leg bag

Personal Care

Empty leg bag and attach night bag

Personal Care

Empty the washing bowl

Personal Care

Ensure commode is readily available

Personal Care

Ensure incontinence sheet is in place

Personal Care

Ensure waterproof cover is worn

Personal Care

Insert intermittent catheter if needed

Personal Care

Lay out clean clothing

Personal Care

Leave urine bottle within reach

Personal Care

Monitor Oral Hygiene

Personal Care

Monitor personal care

Personal Care

Order incontinence products

Personal Care

Perform abdominal bowel massage

Personal Care

Perform bladder washout

Personal Care

Perform bowel care

Personal Care

Perform intermittent catheterisation

Personal Care

Perform manual bowel stimulation

Personal Care

Personal care - other

Personal Care

Prepare for a wash

Personal Care

Prepare for bedtime

Personal Care

Prompt oral hygiene

Personal Care

Prompt personal care and hygiene

Personal Care

Prompt to change incontinence pad

Personal Care

Prompt to change into clean clothes

Personal Care

Prompt to get dressed

Personal Care

Prompt to use commode

Personal Care

Prompt to use the bidet

Personal Care

Prompt to use the toilet

Personal Care

Prompt to wash/bathe

Personal Care

Prompt to wear waterproof socks

Personal Care

Provide Priority Needs Only

Personal Care

Put on heel pads

Personal Care

Put on leg cover

Personal Care

Put on urinary sheath

Personal Care

Record what client is wearing

Personal Care

Remove Conveen

Personal Care

Remove dentures

Personal Care

Remove drainage bag

Personal Care

Remove make up

Personal Care

Remove urinary sheath

Personal Care

Replenish incontinence pad

Personal Care

Supervise catheter care

Personal Care

Support to go to the toilet

Personal Care

Support with incontinence pad

Personal Care

Take off leg sleeve

Personal Care

Thoroughly wash and dry the area around a bed sore

Personal Care

Turn shower/bath on/off

Personal Care

Wash and soak feet

Personal Care

Wash Back

Personal Care

Wash hands immediately upon arrival

Personal Care

9-hour sit-in support

Administrative

Assist client to write letter

Administrative

Assist to manage finances

Administrative

Assist with appointments

Administrative

Assist with correspondence

Administrative

Assist with management of money

Administrative

Assist with topping up mobile credit

Administrative

Assist with using braille machine

Administrative

Check communication book

Administrative

Check mail

Administrative

Check rota has been received

Administrative

Communicate details of upcoming visit(s)

Administrative

Complete afternoon routine

Administrative

Complete documentation

Administrative

Complete evening routine

Administrative

Complete initial assessment

Administrative

Complete lunchtime routine

Administrative

Complete MAR chart

Administrative

Complete night routine

Administrative

Complete service review

Administrative

Contact emergency out of hours contact

Administrative

Contact resident

Administrative

Contact the district nurse

Administrative

Ensure communication needs are met

Administrative

Follow instructions on the whiteboard

Administrative

Follow speech and language therapy recommendations and report any concerns

Administrative

Give wages

Administrative

Leave a written reminder note for the Service User or Carer

Administrative

Post letters as instructed

Administrative

Prepare for handover

Administrative

Prompt educational activities

Administrative

Read previous care logs

Administrative

Record financial transactions

Administrative

Support and assist with managing bills

Administrative

Support with communication

Administrative

Take a photo of the client in the care log

Administrative

Text NOK upon arrival

Administrative

Update calendar and diary management

Administrative

Apply / remove compression wrap

Everyday Activities

Apply hernia support belt

Everyday Activities

Assist into bed

Everyday Activities

Assist into bed using banana board

Everyday Activities

Assist into bed using wooden transfer board

Everyday Activities

Assist into bed with stand or hoist

Everyday Activities

Assist into kitchen

Everyday Activities

Assist into lift

Everyday Activities

Assist into the armchair

Everyday Activities

Assist into the bathroom

Everyday Activities

Assist onto electric bath lift

Everyday Activities

Assist out of bed

Everyday Activities

Assist out of bed using banana board

Everyday Activities

Assist out of bed with stand or hoist

Everyday Activities

Assist to remove back brace

Everyday Activities

Assist to stand

Everyday Activities

Assist to stand in walking frame

Everyday Activities

Assist to swim

Everyday Activities

Assist to transfer

Everyday Activities

Assist to transfer onto commode

Everyday Activities

Assist to transfer onto shower chair

Everyday Activities

Assist to transfer using Molift

Everyday Activities

Assist to transfer with hoist sling

Everyday Activities

Assist to transfer with mobility scooter

Everyday Activities

Assist to transfer with stand aid

Everyday Activities

Assist to transfer with stand or hoist

Everyday Activities

Assist to use riser recliner chair

Everyday Activities

Assist to use standing frame

Everyday Activities

Assist to write shopping list

Everyday Activities

Assist with daily living activities

Everyday Activities

Assist with elbow brace

Everyday Activities

Assist with exercises

Everyday Activities

Assist with going to the gym

Everyday Activities

Assist with hip brace

Everyday Activities

Assist with mobilising

Everyday Activities

Assist with moving and handling

Everyday Activities

Assist with neck brace

Everyday Activities

Assist with putting on contact lenses

Everyday Activities

Assist with shopping

Everyday Activities

Assist with transfer out of wheelchair

Everyday Activities

Assist with transfer to mobility vehicle

Everyday Activities

Assist with transfer to wet room

Everyday Activities

Assist with transfer using Rollator Frame

Everyday Activities

Assist with transfer using Sara Stedy

Everyday Activities

Assist with transfers

Everyday Activities

Assist with transfers into the bedroom

Everyday Activities

Assist with transfers into the living room

Everyday Activities

Assist with transfers into wheelchair

Everyday Activities

Assist with transfers onto the toilet

Everyday Activities

Assist with walking on stairs

Everyday Activities

Check and change filter in hearing aids

Everyday Activities

Check Client is wearing life line

Everyday Activities

Check hearing aids are working

Everyday Activities

Check stock of PPE

Everyday Activities

Checks to be completed on hoists/slings/standaids before use

Everyday Activities

Clean cochlear implant

Everyday Activities

Clean glasses

Everyday Activities

Clean hearing aids

Everyday Activities

Clean spectacles

Everyday Activities

Drive client's car

Everyday Activities

Encourage chosen activities

Everyday Activities

Ensure buddy tracker is charged overnight

Everyday Activities

Ensure buddy tracker is worn

Everyday Activities

Ensure call bell is within reach

Everyday Activities

Ensure CAPA activity is completed

Everyday Activities

Ensure careline and cordless phone are close to hand

Everyday Activities

Ensure careline watch is removed

Everyday Activities

Ensure crash/falls mat is in place

Everyday Activities

Ensure head protector in place

Everyday Activities

Ensure hearing aids are in

Everyday Activities

Ensure life line is in reach

Everyday Activities

Ensure medication alarm is with client

Everyday Activities

Ensure mobile phone is with client

Everyday Activities

Ensure mobility aids are close to hand

Everyday Activities

Ensure pendant alarm is charged

Everyday Activities

Ensure pendant alarm is on

Everyday Activities

Ensure pendant alarm is worn

Everyday Activities

Ensure required items are close to hand

Everyday Activities

Ensure safe use of stair lift

Everyday Activities

Ensure safety when transferring

Everyday Activities

Ensure safety while travelling by foot

Everyday Activities

Ensure safety whilst mobilising

Everyday Activities

Ensure that client is in a safe place before leaving

Everyday Activities

Ensure that personal tracker is in client's bag

Everyday Activities

Ensure that slide sheet is secure

Everyday Activities

Ensure trolley is close to hand

Everyday Activities

Ensure walking aid is within reach

Everyday Activities

Ensure walking stick is available and in use at all times

Everyday Activities

Ensure wrist alarm is worn

Everyday Activities

Ensure wrist weights are being worn

Everyday Activities

Escort to or from dining room

Everyday Activities

Escort visit / community access outing using Rollator Frame

Everyday Activities

Leave Rollator Frame next to client

Everyday Activities

Offer Heat Pad

Everyday Activities

Prepare to hoist

Everyday Activities

Prompt mobility

Everyday Activities

Prompt to get out of bed

Everyday Activities

Prompt to practice exercises

Everyday Activities

Prompt to remove hearing aids

Everyday Activities

Prompt to stretch

Everyday Activities

Prompt to use zimmer frame

Everyday Activities

Prompt to walk

Everyday Activities

Prompt to wear careline watch

Everyday Activities

Prompt to wear contact lenses

Everyday Activities

Prompt to wear hearing aids

Everyday Activities

Prompt to wear pendant alarm

Everyday Activities

Provide requested goods

Everyday Activities

Put glasses on

Everyday Activities

Put On Back Brace

Everyday Activities

Put on PPE according to guidelines

Everyday Activities

Put on Repose Boots

Everyday Activities

Remind client not to leave the house alone

Everyday Activities

Remove hearing aids

Everyday Activities

Remove pendant alarm and put within easy access

Everyday Activities

Remove Repose boots

Everyday Activities

Replace batteries in hearing aids

Everyday Activities

Return / collect books from the library

Everyday Activities

Submit receipts for shopping

Everyday Activities

Support client to use stair lift

Everyday Activities

Support mobility

Everyday Activities

Support with prosthetic leg

Everyday Activities

Take glasses off

Everyday Activities

Take off splint

Everyday Activities

Take them shopping

Everyday Activities

Test careline/pendant alarm

Everyday Activities

Use slide sheet to reposition

Everyday Activities

Wear Eye Protection

Everyday Activities

Wearables - other

Everyday Activities

Add one scoop of thickener to fluids

Nutrition and Hydration

Add scoop of thickener to fluids

Nutrition and Hydration

Add two scoops of thickener to fluids

Nutrition and Hydration

Administer blended diet

Nutrition and Hydration

Administer bolus feed

Nutrition and Hydration

Administer water bolus

Nutrition and Hydration

Assist to drink adequately

Nutrition and Hydration

Assist to eat adequately

Nutrition and Hydration

Assist to empty the kettle

Nutrition and Hydration

Assist to feed using pump

Nutrition and Hydration

Assist to feed via RIG tube

Nutrition and Hydration

Assist to prepare a meal

Nutrition and Hydration

Assist to prepare a meal with drinks

Nutrition and Hydration

Assist to prepare breakfast

Nutrition and Hydration

Assist to prepare drink of choice

Nutrition and Hydration

Assist to prepare snack

Nutrition and Hydration

Assist with cooking

Nutrition and Hydration

Assist with feeding

Nutrition and Hydration

Assist with JEJ feed

Nutrition and Hydration

Assist with meal collection

Nutrition and Hydration

Assist with PEG feed

Nutrition and Hydration

Attach catheter bag to different leg

Nutrition and Hydration

Check food in the fridge / cupboards

Nutrition and Hydration

Check for allergens

Nutrition and Hydration

Check for leftover food

Nutrition and Hydration

Check Fridge

Nutrition and Hydration

Check if meals have been eaten

Nutrition and Hydration

Check temperature of food

Nutrition and Hydration

Check the oven

Nutrition and Hydration

Collect lunch

Nutrition and Hydration

Collect milk delivery and put away

Nutrition and Hydration

Create a weekly meal plan

Nutrition and Hydration

Cut up food to prevent choking

Nutrition and Hydration

Ensure drinks are to hand

Nutrition and Hydration

Ensure something to eat is left out

Nutrition and Hydration

Fill up flask

Nutrition and Hydration

Fill water filter

Nutrition and Hydration

Fill water jug

Nutrition and Hydration

Heat up meal

Nutrition and Hydration

Label food

Nutrition and Hydration

Leave out dishes & cutlery for afternoon meal provider

Nutrition and Hydration

Leave out items for meal preparation

Nutrition and Hydration

Make and leave a sandwich

Nutrition and Hydration

Make lunch ready for them to access themselves at lunchtime

Nutrition and Hydration

Make sure drinking water is available

Nutrition and Hydration

Monitor Alcohol Consumption

Nutrition and Hydration

Monitor for signs of dehydration

Nutrition and Hydration

Nutrition - other

Nutrition and Hydration

Order Meals

Nutrition and Hydration

Plan for meals for the day

Nutrition and Hydration

Prepare a puree diet

Nutrition and Hydration

Prepare a soft diet

Nutrition and Hydration

Prepare and give nutritional supplement

Nutrition and Hydration

Prepare and leave out a drink

Nutrition and Hydration

Prepare and leave out a meal

Nutrition and Hydration

Prepare and leave out a snack

Nutrition and Hydration

Prepare and serve a drink

Nutrition and Hydration

Prepare and serve a meal with drinks

Nutrition and Hydration

Prepare and serve a snack

Nutrition and Hydration

Prepare breakfast

Nutrition and Hydration

Prepare dessert

Nutrition and Hydration

Prepare dinner

Nutrition and Hydration

Prepare flask of hot drink

Nutrition and Hydration

Prepare fluids with thickener

Nutrition and Hydration

Prepare hot drink

Nutrition and Hydration

Prepare lunch

Nutrition and Hydration

Prepare nutritional supplement drink

Nutrition and Hydration

Prepare packed lunch

Nutrition and Hydration

Prompt and assist fluid intake

Nutrition and Hydration

Prompt to drink fluids

Nutrition and Hydration

Prompt to eat food

Nutrition and Hydration

Prompt vitamins

Nutrition and Hydration

Prompt with food and fluid intake

Nutrition and Hydration

Provide supervision during mealtime

Nutrition and Hydration

Push fluids

Nutrition and Hydration

Record fluid intake

Nutrition and Hydration

Record food intake

Nutrition and Hydration

Restrict fluid

Nutrition and Hydration

Set out meal tray

Nutrition and Hydration

Take frozen meal out of the freezer

Nutrition and Hydration

Accompany to medical appointments

Medical

Adjust bed height

Medical

Administer boost on duodopa pump

Medical

Administer cream

Medical

Administer ear drops

Medical

Administer eye drops

Medical

Administer feed via pump

Medical

Administer homely remedy

Medical

Administer inhaler

Medical

Administer Insulin

Medical

Administer medication

Medical

Administer medication through nasal tube

Medical

Administer nasogastric feed

Medical

Administer nebuliser treatment

Medical

Administer oral solution

Medical

Administer PRN medication

Medical

Administer skin patch

Medical

Administer time-critical medication

Medical

Administer CBD Oil

Medical

Advance and rotate PEG

Medical

Alert district nurse for STAT dose

Medical

Apply cream to vulnerable areas

Medical

Apply eye patch

Medical

Apply negative pressure

Medical

Apply sacrum pad

Medical

Apply skin patch

Medical

Apply Sun Cream

Medical

Apply talcum powder

Medical

Apply/reposition pain patch

Medical

Assess using Palliative Performance Scale (PPS)

Medical

Assist client to roll

Medical

Assist Insulin

Medical

Assist into armchair using Sara Steady

Medical

Assist to administer eye drops

Medical

Assist to administer medication

Medical

Assist to apply compression massager

Medical

Assist to apply deodorant

Medical

Assist to apply heel balm on feet as required

Medical

Assist to bathe eye(s)

Medical

Assist to change/replace NG tube

Medical

Assist to change/replace suction tube

Medical

Assist to charge Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) remote

Medical

Assist to prepare medication

Medical

Assist to put BiPAP mask

Medical

Assist to put on CPAP mask

Medical

Assist to put on knee brace

Medical

Assist to put on NIPPY mask

Medical

Assist to put on oxygen day mask

Medical

Assist to put on oxygen night mask

Medical

Assist to remove CPAP mask

Medical

Assist to remove facial hair

Medical

Assist to remove knee brace

Medical

Assist to remove NIPPY mask

Medical

Assist to replace water in PEG balloon

Medical

Assist to take off BiPAP mask

Medical

Assist to transfer with hoist

Medical

Assist wearing a Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) port band

Medical

Assist with abdominal binder

Medical

Assist with applying creams / gels to skin as instructed

Medical

Assist with arm brace

Medical

Assist with bed care

Medical

Assist with blister pack

Medical

Assist with dossete box

Medical

Assist with expiratory muscle strength training

Medical

Assist with foot care and hygiene

Medical

Assist with hanging up dialysis bag

Medical

Assist with hydration using feed pump

Medical

Assist with hydrotherapy

Medical

Assist with laryngectomy care

Medical

Assist with lateral flow testing

Medical

Assist with leg care

Medical

Assist with nebuliser

Medical

Assist with PCR testing

Medical

Assist with prosthetic

Medical

Assist with prosthetic sleeve

Medical

Assist with putting compression stockings on

Medical

Assist with putting on arm / wrist / hand support

Medical

Assist with putting on shoulder support strap

Medical

Assist with reposition

Medical

Assist with setting up Cough and Assist machine

Medical

Assist with suctioning

Medical

Assist with taking compression stockings off

Medical

Assist with taking off arm / wrist / hand support

Medical

Assist with Tens machine

Medical

Assist with wound care

Medical

Attach and turn on pump

Medical

Attach humidification system to tracheostomy

Medical

Attach speaking valve

Medical

Audit previous medication administration

Medical

Autonomic Dysreflexia episode recording

Medical

Bathe PEG site

Medical

Bathe wound/cyst

Medical

Carer to wash hands thoroughly

Medical

Carry out a full body observation

Medical

Change dressing

Medical

Change filter on oxygen machine

Medical

Change Fistula Bag

Medical

Change gloves between each task

Medical

Change glucose monitoring sensor

Medical

Change heat and moisture exchangers

Medical

Change humidifier bag

Medical

Change nebuliser attachment

Medical

Change position of oxygen saturation probe

Medical

Change skin patch

Medical

Change the Gastrostomy Balloon water

Medical

Change the PEG feeding giving set

Medical

Change tracheostomy tape/ties/dressing

Medical

Change tracheostomy tube

Medical

Change ventilator machine

Medical

Charge oxygen machine

Medical

Check and clean stoma site

Medical

Check and Inflate Pressure Cushion

Medical

Check and Inflate Pressure Mattress

Medical

Check and reorder PPE

Medical

Check aspiration of subglottic port

Medical

Check client for issues with blood thinners

Medical

Check client is wearing low friction shorts

Medical

Check comfort in bed

Medical

Check controlled medication level

Medical

Check dressings

Medical

Check Feeding Tube Stoma

Medical

Check for signs of infection

Medical

Check glucose monitoring sensor

Medical

Check heart rate

Medical

Check inhaler

Medical

Check inhaler levels

Medical

Check JEJ feed

Medical

Check length of nasal tube

Medical

Check medication and order repeat prescription

Medical

Check medication dates

Medical

Check medication has been taken

Medical

Check medication stock level

Medical

Check nasogastric tube is secure

Medical

Check NJ feed

Medical

Check nose for signs of sores

Medical

Check oxygen levels

Medical

Check oxygen nasal specs

Medical

Check pacemaker

Medical

Check patch

Medical

Check PEG feed

Medical

Check PH levels

Medical

Check position in chair

Medical

Check pressure areas

Medical

Check setting on air mattress

Medical

Check skin integrity

Medical

Check the care recipient is wearing a care line

Medical

Check the syringe driver

Medical

Check tracheostomy cuff

Medical

Check water levels in oxygen machine

Medical

Check, rotate and clean PEG tube

Medical

Checking and monitoring catheter supply stock levels

Medical

Clean and disinfect nebuliser

Medical

Clean BiPAP mask

Medical

Clean cough assist

Medical

Clean CPAP mask

Medical

Clean filter on oxygen machine

Medical

Clean gastrostomy site

Medical

Clean humidifier

Medical

Clean inhaler spacer

Medical

Clean JEJ feed

Medical

Clean medical equipment

Medical

Clean NIPPY mask

Medical

Clean oxygen mask

Medical

Clean PEG feed

Medical

Clean speaking valve

Medical

Clean suction machine and nebuliser set

Medical

Clean syringes

Medical

Collect medication

Medical

Collect medication from pharmacy

Medical

Collect prescription

Medical

Collect specified warfarin dose

Medical

Collect stool sample

Medical

Collect urine sample

Medical

Complete a Skin Bundle assessment

Medical

Complete bodymap

Medical

Complete observation chart

Medical

Complete post-fall check

Medical

Complete turn chart

Medical

Confirm negative lateral flow test result

Medical

Connect humidifier to vent

Medical

Connect PEG Feed

Medical

Connect to and start ventilator

Medical

Cough assist has been delivered

Medical

Date and sign new medication packet

Medical

Decrease/increase oxygen as advised

Medical

Detach / turn off pump

Medical

Detach and clean Duodopa pump

Medical

Diabetes monitoring

Medical

Disconnect feeding set

Medical

Disconnect PEG

Medical

Disconnect ventilator

Medical

Dispose of dialysis bag

Medical

Dispose of medication

Medical

Dispose of night bag

Medical

Elevate arm

Medical

Elevate leg

Medical

Emergency bag check

Medical

Empty abdominal drain

Medical

Empty and refill water chamber in VPAP machine

Medical

Empty catheter bag

Medical

Empty Nephrostomy bag

Medical

Empty sharps bin

Medical

Empty wound drain package

Medical

Encourage movement to relieve pressure areas

Medical

Encourage to remain in bed

Medical

End of life care

Medical

Ensure creams are to hand

Medical

Ensure defibrillator vest is worn

Medical

Ensure dialysis bag is available

Medical

Ensure feet are elevated

Medical

Ensure heart monitor is in place and working correctly

Medical

Ensure leg brace is removed

Medical

Ensure leg brace is worn

Medical

Ensure leg splints are worn

Medical

Ensure medication is accessible at all times

Medical

Ensure medication is stored safely

Medical

Ensure nasal cannula is in place

Medical

Ensure Non-invasive ventilator (NIV) machine is switched on

Medical

Ensure oxygen is close to hand

Medical

Ensure pressure cushion is in place

Medical

Ensure pressure relieving equipment is in place

Medical

Ensure splints are worn

Medical

Ensure supply of dialysis bags are topped up

Medical

Explain the risks of smoking

Medical

Facilitate free drainage of gastrostomy tube

Medical

Fill up Nebulizer Machine

Medical

Fit or remove orthotic weight bearing shoes

Medical

Flush catheter

Medical

Flush duodopa port

Medical

Flush duodopa pump

Medical

Flush fortisip through nasal tube

Medical

Flush gastrostomy tube

Medical

Flush nasal gastric tube

Medical

Flush PEG-J tube

Medical

Flush water via PEG tube

Medical

Follow COVID-19 protocol

Medical

Follow infection control procedures

Medical

Heat up dialysis bag

Medical

If you spot any flu symptoms or respiratory problems raise a concern

Medical

Inform client that medication was not ordered

Medical

Leave out medication for later

Medical

Lock medicine box

Medical

Log any coronavirus symptoms under the observations section

Medical

Make comfortable

Medical

Massage client's back

Medical

Massage client's neck

Medical

Massage clients hands

Medical

Massage clients leg

Medical

Measure mid upper arm circumference

Medical

Medical - other

Medical

Monitor apnoea

Medical

Monitor bowel movements

Medical

Monitor breathing

Medical

Monitor concern areas

Medical

Monitor dystonia

Medical

Monitor for end of life symptoms

Medical

Monitor for signs of discomfort

Medical

Monitor gastrostomy site

Medical

Monitor jejunostomy site

Medical

Monitor levels of carbon dioxide (CO2)

Medical

Monitor menstrual cycle

Medical

Monitor pain

Medical

Monitor risk of choking and aspiration

Medical

Monitor sleep

Medical

Monitor swallowing

Medical

Monitor symptoms of health conditions

Medical

Monitor urine

Medical

Monitor vomiting/aspiration

Medical

Monitor/observe swelling in feet and ankles

Medical

Nil by mouth

Medical

Observe client overnight

Medical

Observe stools for blood

Medical

Observe urine for blood and report any concerns

Medical

Offer cough assist therapy

Medical

Offer PRN medication

Medical

Offer support to family experiencing social withdrawal

Medical

Perform chest physio

Medical

Perform emergency care

Medical

Perform leakage test on speaker valve

Medical

Perform manually assisted cough

Medical

Perform mechanically assisted cough

Medical

Perform nasal suctioning

Medical

Perform nasopharyngeal suctioning

Medical

Perform oral suctioning

Medical

Perform subglottic suctioning

Medical

Place feet in foot support

Medical

Place pillows under arms

Medical

Prepare BiPAP mask

Medical

Prime the PEG feed

Medical

Prompt physiotherapy exercises

Medical

Prompt sugar levels

Medical

Prompt to apply cream

Medical

Prompt to put on compression stockings

Medical

Prompt to take blood sugar reading

Medical

Prompt to take insulin

Medical

Prompt to take medication

Medical

Prompt to use inhaler

Medical

Prompt to wear oxygen mask

Medical

Provide priority needs only

Medical

Put denture in

Medical

Put leg / ankle / foot support on

Medical

Put supportive pillow in place

Medical

Read and acknowledge risk assessments

Medical

Read care plan

Medical

Record any physical health observation(s)

Medical

Record detailed visit notes

Medical

Record night disturbances

Medical

Record outcomes for all PRN administered

Medical

Record relevant observations in the care log

Medical

Record effectiveness for all PRN administered

Medical

Remind client to read medication special instructions

Medical

Remind client to wear face mask

Medical

Remove medication from blister pack

Medical

Remove Personal Protective Equipment

Medical

Remove skin patch

Medical

Remove speaking valve

Medical

Remove supportive pillow

Medical

Reorder medication

Medical

Replace drainage bag

Medical

Replace oxygen cylinder

Medical

Reposition care recipient

Medical

Reposition in bed using sliding sheet

Medical

Reposition the client

Medical

Seizure recording

Medical

Soak feet

Medical

Start oxygen saturation monitoring

Medical

Suction tracheostomy as needed

Medical

Support smoking cessation

Medical

Support to sit upright in bed

Medical

Support with nose flush

Medical

Support with OCD needs

Medical

Switch on pressure relieving cushion

Medical

Take Blood Pressure (BP)

Medical

Take blood sugar reading

Medical

Take body temperature

Medical

Take client to pharmacy

Medical

Take leg / ankle / foot support off

Medical

Take off leg splints

Medical

Take pulse rate

Medical

Take respiratory rate

Medical

Take weight using scales

Medical

Test urine

Medical

Test water sources for legionella

Medical

Tracheostomy care

Medical

Turn off pressure relieving cushion

Medical

Turn oxygen unit off

Medical

Turn oxygen unit on

Medical

Use sheet to reposition

Medical

Wash and cream legs

Medical

Wash sling

Medical

Wear mask

Medical

Wear Personal Protective Equipment

Medical

Wear shoe covers

Medical

Witness administration of controlled drug(s)

Medical

Assist to reduce sundowning

Psychological

Assist with speech / language

Psychological

Check, rotate and clean peg feed

Psychological

Complete behaviour report

Psychological

Ensure sensory needs are met

Psychological

Ensure sensory stimulation toys are accessible

Psychological

Manage Outcomes

Psychological

Monitor behaviour / mood

Psychological

Read behaviour safety plan

Psychological

Support with cognitive needs

Psychological

Write in your notes who is present during the visit

Psychological

Check client vehicle

Other

Complete the Vehicle Checklist

Other

Escort to / from alternative location

Other

Escort to/from place of work

Other

Return parking permit

Other

Support client during transport

Other

Transport to/from activities

Other

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