Sharing Your Plan With Others

Family members, roommates, coworkers and caregivers are often the first to notice a problem. They see you every day, so they know what is normal for you. If you act, speak or look different, they may notice first. They can catch a change you might miss.

A person who knows the signs can help when you cannot help yourself. This might be a roommate, a coworker or a family member. Knowing what a low or high looks like helps them act sooner.

Show them where your plan is, and tell them what to watch for. Do this before an emergency, not during one.

Keep your plan, medicine list and emergency contacts where they are quick to find. The refrigerator door, a wallet card or a note on your phone can work. Pick a spot the people around you already know about.

Ask your doctor which parts to share, and how to explain them clearly.

Key takeaways

• Other people often notice a change before you do.
• Show your plan and the signs to the people you see every day.
• Keep your plan, medicine list and contacts where they are quick to find.

Try it

Today, tell one person you see most days where your emergency plan is kept.