A move involving ongoing care needs should begin with continuity arrangements. Contact relevant care teams and providers early to establish what transfers automatically, what requires a new assessment or arrangement, and who is responsible for each action. Confirm the destination's services rather than assuming the existing package follows the address.
Build a continuity plan
- Care visits, appointments and emergency contact routes.
- Prescriptions, supplies and specific storage requirements.
- Equipment transport, installation, charging and testing.
- Travel assistance and a suitable delay arrangement.
Healthcare administration differs across the UK. Use NHS England, NHS inform Scotland, NHS Wales or nidirect health information, alongside the actual providers involved.
Keep essential supplies with the person who needs them and follow professional instructions. Share sensitive information only with those who require it for agreed support. At arrival, verify the care and equipment arrangements are working before focusing on ordinary unpacking. The planner records tasks; it does not arrange healthcare or replace an individual care plan.
Put it into practice
Use the family and accessibility moving planner to organise your own figures or next steps. Keep its assumptions alongside your plan.