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Protecting Seniors from Scams: A Complete Home Safety Guide

Protecting Seniors from Scams

Scammers stole nearly $4.9 billion from older Americans in 2024 alone.

That’s not a typo. According to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center, reported losses from seniors increased 43% from 2023, and the real number is likely far higher, since most fraud goes unreported.

Even more alarming: the FTC estimates actual losses may reach $81.5 billion per year when accounting for unreported cases.

For families with elderly parents living at home, protecting seniors from scams has never been more critical. Scammers specifically target older adults at home through phone calls, mail, email, and even by knocking on their doors.

But with the right precautions and support systems, you can significantly reduce your loved one’s risk. This guide covers practical strategies for protecting seniors from scams in their home environment — from securing the mailbox to screening phone calls to knowing when professional home care can help.

Senior Scam Statistics: 2024-2025

The scope of elder fraud has reached crisis levels:

  • $4.9 billion in reported losses from adults 60+ in 2024 (FBI)
  • 147,127 complaints filed by seniors in 2024 — a 46% increase from 2023
  • $2.4 billion in losses reported to the FTC by adults 60+ — up 300% since 2020
  • 68% of total losses came from scams over $100,000
  • 41% of high-loss scams started with a phone call
  • Seniors in their 70s lost a median of $20,000 to investment scams
  • Adults 60+ are 5x more likely to lose money to tech support scams than younger adults

These numbers underscore why protecting seniors from scams should be a priority for every family with aging parents.

Why Scammers Target Seniors at Home

Seniors remain prime targets for several reasons:

  • Financial stability — Seniors often have savings, home equity, and good credit
  • Home alone — Many seniors spend significant time alone without anyone to verify suspicious contacts
  • Trusting nature — Older generations were raised to be polite and give people the benefit of the doubt
  • Less likely to report — Shame, embarrassment, or fear of losing independence keeps many victims silent
  • Unfamiliarity with new technology — Scammers exploit confusion about cryptocurrency, computer security, and digital payments
  • Isolation and loneliness — Seniors seeking connection may be more receptive to friendly strangers

Understanding these vulnerabilities is the first step toward effectively protecting seniors from scams.

Protecting Seniors from Scams: Home Security Strategies

The home should be a safe haven — not a hunting ground for scammers. Here’s how to fortify your loved one’s home environment against fraud:

Secure the Phone

Phone calls remain the #1 way scammers reach seniors. In 2024, 41% of high-loss scams targeting older adults started with a phone call. Protecting seniors from scams starts with securing the phone.

✓ Register on the Do Not Call Registry — Visit DoNotCall.gov or call 1-888-382-1222. While this won’t stop illegal scam calls, it reduces legitimate telemarketing.

✓ Enable call blocking — Most phone providers offer free call-blocking features. Contact your parents’ carrier to activate them.

✓ Use caller ID — Teach your parent to let unknown numbers go to voicemail. Legitimate callers will leave a message.

✓ Create a callback rule — If someone claims to be from a bank, government agency, or company, hang up and call the official number directly.

✓ Never give information to incoming callers — Legitimate organizations won’t ask for Social Security numbers, passwords, or payment over the phone.

Protect the Mailbox

Mail theft remains a common way scammers gather information about potential victims. Protecting seniors from scams means securing every entry point — including the mailbox.

✓ Switch to paperless statements — Eliminate financial documents from the mailbox entirely when possible.

✓ Install a locking mailbox — Prevents theft of incoming mail containing account information.

✓ Never mail checks from home — Take outgoing mail with checks or sensitive documents directly to the post office.

✓ Shred everything — Invest in a cross-cut shredder and shred all documents with personal information before discarding.

✓ Sign up for Informed Delivery — USPS’s free service emails photos of incoming mail, helping identify if anything goes missing.

Secure the Front Door

Door-to-door scammers pose as contractors, charity workers, or utility employees to gain access to homes or personal information.

✓ Install a video doorbell — Allows your parent to see and speak with visitors without opening the door.

✓ Add a peephole and chain lock — Simple additions that provide an extra layer of security.

✓ Post a “No Soliciting” sign — Creates a clear boundary and provides a polite reason to decline conversations.

✓ Establish a rule — Your parent doesn’t have to open the door to anyone they don’t know or aren’t expecting.

Monitor Financial Accounts

Early detection is critical for minimizing damage from fraud.

✓ Set up account alerts — Enable notifications for transactions over a certain amount or any unusual activity.

✓ Review statements monthly — Look for unauthorized charges, no matter how small. Scammers often test accounts with small purchases first.

✓ Add a trusted contact — Many financial institutions allow you to designate a trusted contact who can be reached if suspicious activity is detected.

✓ Consider a credit freeze — Prevents new accounts from being opened in your parents’ name.

✓ Check credit reports annually — Free reports are available at AnnualCreditReport.com.

Red Flags: What Scammers Say

Part of protecting seniors from scams is teaching them to recognize warning signs. Legitimate organizations will never:

✕ Create urgency — “You must act immediately or face arrest/lose your account/miss this opportunity.”

✕ Demand unusual payment methods — gift cards, cryptocurrency, wire transfers, or cash — because they’re scammer favorites, as they’re untraceable.

✕ Ask you to keep it secret — “Don’t tell your family” is a major red flag.

✕ Request remote computer access — No legitimate tech company or government agency will call to request access to your computer.

✕ Ask for personal information — Social Security numbers, bank account details, or passwords should never be shared with incoming callers.

▶ The golden rule: If something feels off, hang up. Real opportunities don’t disappear because you took time to verify them.

Have Regular Conversations About Scams

One of the most effective ways to protect seniors from scams is simply to talk about them — regularly and without judgment.

✓ Share news stories — When you hear about a new scam, mention it casually. “Did you hear about that fake IRS call going around?”

✓ Make it normal to ask — Encourage your parent to call you before responding to any unexpected request for money or information.

✓ Remove the shame — Emphasize that scammers are professionals who fool smart people every day. Getting scammed doesn’t mean someone is stupid.

✓ Create a family code word — Establish a word or phrase that family members can use to verify identity during emergency calls.

How Home Care Helps in Protecting Seniors from Scams

Professional caregivers provide an often-overlooked layer of protection against fraud. At All Heart Home Care, our caregivers help shield seniors from scammers in several important ways:

Answering the Phone

Scammers are far less likely to succeed when someone else answers the call. Our caregivers can screen calls, take messages, and help your parent avoid high-pressure conversations with unknown callers.

Answering the Door

A caregiver’s presence deters door-to-door scammers. Our staff can assess whether a visitor is legitimate and protect your parent from pushy salespeople or fraudulent “contractors.”

Managing Mail

Caregivers can collect, sort, and organize mail, discarding obvious junk and scam letters before they reach your parent. This is especially valuable for seniors who enjoy opening mail and may respond to fraudulent sweepstakes or charity appeals.

Providing Companionship

Loneliness makes seniors vulnerable to scammers who offer friendly conversation. When your parent has regular companionship from a trusted caregiver, they’re less likely to seek connection from strangers on the phone or at the door.

Running Errands Safely

Our caregivers can handle tasks that might otherwise expose your parent to fraud — such as mailing important documents to the post office, picking up prescriptions, and paying bills in person when necessary.

Transportation to Appointments

Scammers often impersonate banks, doctors’ offices, and financial advisors over the phone. When a caregiver provides transportation to important appointments in person, there’s no confusion about who your parent is actually speaking with.

What to Do If Your Parent Has Been Scammed

Even with the best efforts to protect seniors from scams, fraud can still occur. If you suspect your parent has fallen victim to a scam, act quickly:

→ Contact financial institutions immediately — Ask to freeze accounts and reverse any fraudulent transactions.

→ Report to the FTC — File a report at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.

→ Report to the FBI — File a complaint at IC3.gov.

→ Contact local law enforcement — File a police report for documentation.

→ Place a fraud alert — Contact one of the three credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, or TransUnion) to place a fraud alert.

→ Get support — The AARP Fraud Watch Network Helpline (877-908-3360) provides free assistance to scam victims.

▶ Important: Be patient and compassionate. Your parent may feel embarrassed, ashamed, or defensive. Focus on solving the problem together rather than placing blame.

Take the Next Step

Protecting seniors from scams requires vigilance, education, and support. You can’t be there 24/7 — but a professional caregiver can provide the presence and protection your parent needs.

At All Heart Home Care, we’ve been helping San Diego families keep their loved ones safe at home since 2014. Our caregivers provide companionship, assistance with daily tasks, and an extra layer of security against those who would take advantage of vulnerable seniors.

Contact us today at (619) 736-4677 to schedule a free in-home consultation. We’ll discuss your parents’ needs and explain how our services can help with protecting seniors from scams while maintaining their independence and quality of life.

Because your parent deserves to feel safe in their own home.

References

  1. Federal Bureau of Investigation. (2025). Elder Fraud Report 2024. ic3.gov
  2. Federal Trade Commission. (2025). Protecting Older Consumers 2024-2025: A Report to Congress. ftc.gov
  3. Federal Trade Commission. (2025). False Alarm, Real Scam: How Scammers Are Stealing Older Adults’ Life Savings. ftc.gov
  4. AARP. (2025). FBI: Older Fraud Victims Lost $4.9 Billion in 2024. aarp.org
  5. Federal Communications Commission. (2025). Stop Unwanted Robocalls and Texts. fcc.gov

Additional Resources

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Statistics cited are from FBI, FTC, and AARP reports published in 2024-2025. If you believe you or a loved one has been the victim of fraud, contact local law enforcement and the appropriate reporting agencies.

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Eric Barth, co-founder and CEO of All Heart Home Care San Diego

Eric Barth

CEO, All Heart Home Care

Eric Barth is the founder and CEO of All Heart Home Care™, an award-winning San Diego agency dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized in-home care for seniors. As the writer behind the All Heart Home Care blog, Eric shares insights and stories drawn from years of hands-on experience leading one of San Diego’s most trusted home care teams.

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Extremely rare (99.9% uptime), but caregivers can work in offline mode if connectivity is temporarily lost. Care continues without interruption. Documentation syncs automatically when connection returns.

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We update the digital care plan immediately, and all caregivers receive instant notification of changes. This is one of the biggest advantages over paper—updates reach everyone simultaneously, not gradually over days or weeks.

Absolutely. Family Room is a tool for families who want it, not a replacement for human connection. We’re always reachable by phone at (619) 736-4677. Many families use both—portal for quick updates, phone calls for detailed conversations.

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Use the two-way messaging feature in Family Room. Send your message, and the caregiver receives an instant notification on their mobile app. They’ll see it and can respond or confirm receipt immediately.

Yes. All notes are searchable. Want to see every mention of “appetite” from the past month? Type it in the search bar and find all relevant notes instantly. No more flipping through pages of handwritten entries.

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With your authorization, we can provide limited Family Room access to healthcare providers. This allows better coordination between home care and medical teams. You control exactly who has access and what they can see.

Family Room works both ways. You can access it through any web browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge) on your computer, or download the mobile app for easier access on your phone or tablet. Your choice.

All authorized Family Room users see the same care information—we can’t create different access levels for different family members. However, you (as the primary contact) control who gets Family Room access in the first place. If family dynamics are challenging, you decide who receives login credentials.

The messaging system shows when messages are delivered and read. You’ll see confirmation that the caregiver received and opened your message. For critical information, you can also call our office to ensure the message was received.

Yes. You can print individual shift notes, date ranges, or specific types of documentation (like Change of Condition reports) directly from Family Room. Useful for doctor appointments or insurance purposes.

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Complete Security & Privacy Information

HITRUST CSF Certification - What This Means

HITRUST CSF (Common Security Framework) is the most rigorous security certification in healthcare. It's harder to achieve than HIPAA compliance alone. This certification requires:

  • Annual independent security audits by certified assessors
  • Continuous monitoring of security controls
  • Documented policies and procedures for data protection
  • Employee security training and background checks
  • Incident response and disaster recovery plans
  • Regular penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities

Why it matters: If it’s secure enough for hospital patient records, it’s secure enough for your loved one’s care information.

Bank-Level Encryption Explained

Data in Storage (At Rest):

  • All information stored on WellSky servers is encrypted using AES-256 encryption
  • This is the same encryption standard used by banks and the U.S. military
  • Even if someone physically accessed the servers, they couldn't read the data without encryption keys

Data in Transmission (In Transit):

  • When you access Family Room from your phone or computer, all data traveling between your device and our servers is encrypted using TLS 1.2 or higher
  • This is the same technology that protects your online banking
  • The "lock" icon in your browser address bar confirms this encryption

What this means: Even if someone intercepted the data (extremely unlikely), they would only see scrambled, unreadable information.

Strict Access Controls

Who Can See What

Family Member Access:

  • You decide exactly which family members get Family Room login credentials
  • Each person has their own unique username and password
  • You can add or remove access at any time
  • Family members can only view information for your loved one—no one else's

Caregiver Access:

  • Caregivers only see care plans for clients they're actively assigned to
  • When a caregiver is no longer working with your loved one, their access to that care plan is immediately revoked
  • Caregivers cannot access billing information or family contact details

Staff Access:

  • All Heart staff access is role-based and monitored
  • Office staff see only the information necessary for their job function
  • Nursing supervisors have broader access for quality oversight
  • All access is logged with timestamps

Audit Trail:

  • Every action is logged: who accessed what information, when, and from where
  • These logs are regularly reviewed for any suspicious activity
  • Logs are maintained for compliance and security purposes

HIPAA Compliance - Federal Protection

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) establishes federal standards for protecting health information. Our compliance includes:

Privacy Rule Compliance:

  • Your loved one's health information is never shared without authorization
  • You control who has access to information
  • Clear privacy policies explain how information is used

Security Rule Compliance:

  • Administrative safeguards (policies, training, access management)
  • Physical safeguards (secure facilities, workstation security)
  • Technical safeguards (encryption, authentication, audit controls)

Breach Notification:

  • In the extremely unlikely event of a data breach, affected individuals are notified promptly as required by law
  • We maintain insurance and procedures for breach response

Business Associate Agreements:

  • WellSky (our technology provider) has signed formal agreements guaranteeing HIPAA compliance
  • All vendors with potential access to data must meet the same standards

Continuous Backup & Disaster Recovery

Automated Backups:

  • Data is backed up automatically multiple times per day
  • Backups are encrypted and stored in geographically separate secure data centers
  • This protects against hardware failure, natural disasters, or other catastrophic events

Redundancy:

  • Data is stored across multiple servers simultaneously
  • If one server fails, others immediately take over
  • No single point of failure in the system

Disaster Recovery Plan:

  • Formal, tested procedures for recovering from any disaster scenario
  • Regular drills ensure the recovery plan actually works
  • Recovery Time Objective (RTO): System restored within hours, not days
  • Recovery Point Objective (RPO): Minimal data loss (minutes, not hours)

What this guarantees: Your loved one’s care information is never truly lost. Even if an entire data center were destroyed, complete backups exist elsewhere.

99.9% Uptime Guarantee

What “99.9% uptime” means:

  • The system is available and functional 99.9% of the time
  • That translates to less than 9 hours of downtime per year
  • Most families never experience a single outage

Monitoring:

  • System performance monitored 24/7/365
  • Automated alerts notify technical teams of any issues immediately
  • Problems are often resolved before users even notice them

If the system goes down:

  • Caregivers can work in offline mode on their mobile devices
  • Care continues without interruption
  • Documentation is saved locally and syncs automatically when connection returns
  • Your loved one's care never depends on perfect internet connectivity

Multi-Factor Authentication (Optional)

For families who want extra security, we can enable multi-factor authentication (MFA):

  • Requires both password AND a code sent to your phone
  • Even if someone stole your password, they couldn't access your account without your phone
  • Optional but recommended for families with high security concerns

Mobile Device Security

Caregiver Phones:

  • WellSky mobile app requires login credentials
  • Apps lock automatically after inactivity
  • No data is stored permanently on caregiver phones—it's accessed from secure servers
  • If a phone is lost or stolen, we can remotely disable access immediately

Your Devices:

  • Family Room is accessed through secure web browsers or mobile apps
  • You can log out from any device at any time
  • Session timeouts prevent unauthorized access if you forget to log out

Security Incident Response

In the extremely unlikely event of a security concern:

  • Detection: Automated systems and staff monitoring detect potential issues immediately
  • Response: Security team investigates and responds within minutes
  • Containment: Affected systems isolated to prevent spread
  • Resolution: Issue resolved and systems secured
  • Notification: Affected users notified as required by law
  • Review: Incident analyzed to prevent future occurrences

Digital vs. Paper Security Comparison

Security Concern
Paper Binders
WellSky_Color

Who can read it?

Anyone who enters the home

Only authorized users

Can it be lost?

✔︎ — permanently

✕ — backed up continuously

Can it be damaged?

✔︎ — spills, fires, floods

✕ — stored digitally

Is access tracked?

✕

✔︎ Access logged & audited

Encryption protection?

✕

✔︎ — bank-level encryption

Updates reach everyone?

✕ — printing/distribution delays

✔︎ — instant notification

Survives disasters?

✕

✔︎ — redundant backups

HIPAA compliant?

✕ — difficult to prove

✔︎ — certified & audited

Can be accidentally discarded?

✔︎

✕ — requires a password

Verdict: Digital is significantly more secure than paper in every measurable way.

Common Security Questions

"What if I forget my password?"

Secure password reset process via email or phone verification. We verify your identity before resetting access.

"Can hackers access the system?"

Multiple layers of security make unauthorized access extremely difficult. Regular penetration testing simulates attacks to identify and fix vulnerabilities before hackers can exploit them.

"What if my phone is stolen?"

Change your password immediately from any other device. The thief would still need your password to access Family Room.

"Can All Heart staff see my credit card information?"

No. Payment processing is handled by a separate, PCI-compliant payment processor. We never see or store your full credit card number.

"What happens to the data if I stop using All Heart?"

Your data is retained according to legal requirements (typically 7 years for healthcare records), then securely deleted. You can request a copy of your data at any time.

This isn’t just secure—it’s among the most secure systems available in healthcare.

Your information is safer in our digital system than it ever was in a paper binder sitting on a kitchen counter.

Complete Care Plan Contents:

Care Goals & Priorities

  • What matters most to your family (safety, remaining at home, socialization, quality of life)
  • Family's priorities for daily care
  • Long-term care objectives

Emergency Contact Information

  • Primary and secondary emergency contacts
  • Preferred contact methods (call, text, email)
  • Contact priority order

Medical Conditions & Health History

  • Chronic conditions (dementia, Parkinson's, diabetes, heart conditions, etc.)
  • Recent hospitalizations or surgeries
  • Functional limitations (hearing, vision, mobility, speech)
  • Allergies and medication sensitivities
  • DNR status and advance directives

Mental Health & Cognitive Status

  • Dementia staging (if applicable): none, forgetful, mild, moderate, severe
  • Specific symptoms and behavioral patterns
  • Triggers that cause agitation or confusion
  • Calming strategies that work
  • Best times of day for activities
  • Communication preferences and techniques

Medications & Supplements

  • Complete medication list with dosages
  • Administration times and frequency
  • Medication reminder schedules
  • Who manages medications in the household
  • Special instructions (with food, before bed, etc.)

Mobility & Transfers

  • Mobility equipment used (walker, wheelchair, cane, gait belt)
  • Fall risk assessment
  • Transfer assistance needs
  • Use of dominant arm/hand (left or right)
  • Weight-bearing limitations

Personal Care Routines

  • Bathing preferences and frequency (shower, bath, sponge bath)
  • Grooming and hygiene assistance levels
  • Dressing assistance needs (independent, light assist, total assist)
  • Dental care and denture management
  • Skin care requirements

Meal Preparation & Dietary Needs

  • Favorite foods and meal preferences
  • Food allergies and restrictions
  • Special diets (diabetic, low-sodium, pureed, etc.)
  • Meal times (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks)
  • Appetite patterns and hydration goals
  • Swallowing difficulties or feeding assistance

Daily Routines & Schedules

  • Morning routine (wake time, preferences)
  • Afternoon activities and needs
  • Evening routine (dinner time, bedtime)
  • Sleep patterns and nighttime assistance
  • Napping schedule

Activities & Engagement

  • Favorite hobbies and interests
  • Activities at home (reading, games, music, crafts)
  • Activities away from home (parks, outings, restaurants)
  • Social preferences and visitor information
  • Brain health and cognitive activities

Home Environment Details

  • Gate codes and access instructions
  • Lockbox location and code
  • Parking information for caregivers
  • Pet care instructions (feeding, walking, behavior notes)
  • Safety equipment locations (grab bars, shower bench, raised toilet seat, bed rails)
  • Camera locations (if applicable - California law requires disclosure)

Transportation & Driving

  • Does client drive?
  • Caregiver transportation needs (errands, appointments)
  • Vehicle information (client's car vs. caregiver's car)
  • Parking permit requirements

Additional Important Information

  • Cultural or religious considerations
  • Language preferences
  • Communication style preferences
  • Special instructions or family notes

This comprehensive information ensures every caregiver provides consistent, personalized care from day one.

Tracking health changes that matter.

The Change of Condition form documents significant shifts in your loved one’s health—new symptoms, changes in mobility, behavioral differences, or improvements in their condition. This isn’t about minor day-to-day variations; it’s about meaningful changes that physicians, families, and caregivers need to know about.

Why have a separate form for this?

Instead of searching through weeks of caregiver narratives to find when symptoms started or conditions changed, this form puts all significant health changes in one easy-to-reference place. When doctors ask “when did the difficulty walking begin?” or family members want to understand the progression of a condition, you’ll have clear, dated documentation right at your fingertips.

What gets documented:

Each entry includes:

  • Date the change was observed
  • Description of the change in condition (symptoms, behaviors, mobility changes, cognitive shifts, or improvements)
  • Caregiver instructions based on the change (new monitoring requirements, adjusted assistance levels, safety precautions, or care plan modifications)
  • Authorization source (Client, Family, Doctor, or Agency)
  • Expiration date for temporary instructions (or marked as "Indefinitely" for ongoing changes)
  • Caregiver acknowledgments confirming they've read and understood the new instructions

Why this form matters:

Early detection changes outcomes. When caregivers notice something different—increased confusion, difficulty walking, loss of appetite, or even positive improvements like better mobility—documenting it immediately allows for faster responses.

Your family stays informed about meaningful health changes. Physicians receive accurate updates during appointments instead of relying on memory. Incoming caregivers know exactly what’s changed and what new precautions or assistance your loved one needs.

One form. Complete health timeline. Better care.

Whether tracking a temporary change after a fall or documenting the progression of a chronic condition, the Change of Condition form creates a clear health timeline. This helps everyone—doctors, family members, and our San Diego caregiver team—understand how your loved one’s needs are evolving and respond appropriately.

Proactive monitoring isn’t just good practice. It’s essential senior care.

How the Caregiver Narrative works.

Each caregiver documents their shift using a simple timeline format that captures the essential details of your loved one’s day. This structured approach ensures consistency across all caregivers and makes information easy to find.

What we document in every narrative:

  • Daily health observations and changes in condition
  • Meals, snacks, and hydration intake
  • Mobility assistance and transfer support
  • Activities completed, mood, and engagement levels
  • Social interaction, conversation topics, and preferences
  • Safety concerns or environmental changes noticed
  • Medication reminders provided (when applicable)
  • General well-being updates and family notes

Narrative Format:

Each entry follows this structure:

  • Start Date | Start Time | Caregiver Name
  • Timeline Narrative (chronological notes throughout the shift documenting activities, meals, observations, assistance provided, and any notable moments)
  • End Date | End Time | Caregiver Name

Why this format works:

This timeline approach provides clear, chronological documentation that’s easy for incoming caregivers to read and understand. Instead of wondering what happened during the previous shift, they can see exactly what your loved one ate, how they felt, what activities they enjoyed, and any health changes observed.

One record. Every shift. Complete continuity.

Whether care is short-term, long-term, or evolving, the Caregiver Narrative ensures nothing gets missed and nothing gets repeated. Your family can review the journal at any time during visits, or we can share photos of recent narratives with long-distance family members who want to stay connected and informed.

Complete transparency and peace of mind, right when you need it.

Your loved one's complete care roadmap, now available digitally.

The All Heart Customized Care Plan is completed during your initial assessment and tailored to your loved one’s specific needs, preferences, mobility level, and safety requirements.

Now fully digital and accessible on every caregiver’s phone.

We’ve gone paperless. Your care plan is accessible through our digital platform—caregivers reference it anytime, anywhere. Updates happen in real-time, so when something changes, every caregiver sees it immediately.

What's included:

Care goals, emergency contacts, medical conditions, mental health & cognitive status, medications & supplements, mobility & transfers, personal care routines, meal prep & dietary needs, daily routines, activities & engagement, and home environment details.

One plan. Every caregiver. Consistent care.

This digital approach ensures every San Diego caregiver has the same accurate, up-to-date information from day one—promoting safety, continuity, and person-centered care.

See how we organize care information. This form becomes your loved one’s digital care roadmap.