The Daily Recovery Plan™ | The Caregiving Years Training Academy
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The Daily
Recovery Plan™

After a crisis, both you and your caree need a plan to recover. This tool helps you build one — together and separately.

I am recovering.

A crisis can arrive suddenly and change everything. Recovery takes intention. This plan helps you name what happened, what you need to recover, and where you are headed — for yourself and for your caree.

1. Crisis
2. From
3. With
4. To
5. Caree
6. Support
7. My Plan
Step 1 of 7
Name the Crisis

Recovery begins with naming what happened. Choose the type of crisis you are recovering from, then describe it in your own words. You can select more than one.

What type of crisis are you recovering from?
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Medical Crisis
Hospitalization, fall, sudden diagnosis
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Loss
Death, major ending, relationship loss
🧠
Cognitive Crisis
Dementia episode, confusion, wandering
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Work Crisis
Job loss, missed work, career disruption
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Financial Crisis
Unexpected costs, loss of income
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Family Crisis
Conflict, estrangement, family disruption
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Emotional Crisis
Overwhelm, breakdown, burnout
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Transition Crisis
Move, care setting change, major shift
Step 2 of 7
I Am Recovering From

A crisis can leave many wounds. Name the specific things you are recovering from so you can tend to each one.

I am recovering from...
Select all that apply — for yourself
Shock
Exhaustion
Fear
Grief
Anger
Guilt
Overwhelm
Burnout
Trauma
Disrupted sleep
Loss of routine
Financial strain
Loss of control
Isolation
A broken plan
Disappointment
Physical strain
Lost time at work
Step 3 of 7
I Am Recovering With

These are your recovery tools — the people, practices, and resources that help you get back on your feet. Choose what feels true and helpful right now.

I am recovering with...
Select your recovery strategies
Rest
Reflection
Comfort
Routine
Time
Help from others
Professional support
Movement
Nature
Faith & prayer
Creative expression
Connection
Solitude
Boundaries
Journaling
A Caregiving Consultant
Therapy or counseling
Receiving help graciously
Adjusting expectations
Celebrating small wins
Step 4 of 7
I Am Recovering To

Name where you are headed. Recovery isn't just about getting back to where you were — it can be a path to something new.

I am recovering to...
What are you moving toward?
Stability
Strength
Peace
A new routine
Better boundaries
Restored energy
Clarity
Confidence
Healing
A new plan
Better support
Acceptance
Hope
Forgiveness
My next chapter
Resilience
Gratitude
Wisdom I can use
Step 5 of 7
Your Caree's Recovery

A crisis affects your caree too. Use this section to build a basic recovery plan for them. You know your caree best.

My caree is recovering from:
Medical event
Fear
Confusion
Pain
Loss of independence
Disruption
Grief
Trauma
My caree is recovering with:
Medical care
Rest
Routine
Comfort
Family presence
Therapy
Faith
Patience
Step 6 of 7
Your Support Plan

Recovery is rarely done alone. Who is in your corner? What do you need from them?

How will I communicate my needs?
Phone calls
Text messages
Email updates
Group chat
Family meeting
Care updates app
In-person visits
Asking directly
Step 7 of 7
My Daily Recovery Plan™

Here is your recovery plan. Print it or use it as a reference as you move through the coming days.

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Work Your Recovery Plan With a Certified Caregiving Consultant
A CCC can be your powerful listening partner during and after a crisis — helping you recover, rebuild your routine, and move forward with clarity. Find a CCC →
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Journal Your Recovery
The Daily Recovery Plan™: Support for You After a Bad Day, Difficult Situation or Caregiving Crisis gives you a guided space to document your recovery — day by day. Get the book →

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