Surgery coming up? Let’s get everyone ready together.
Rides, the hospital bag, the dog and meals for after. Start with the people around Dad, line up help near him and keep everyone in the loop, with Dad deciding every step.
An illustrative example
Every hospital visit is different. Follow what the hospital tells you, use this as a starting point and talk to a navigator about what fits your family. It’s free.
Who’s this plan for?
Pick who’s at the centre and we’ll write this page around them.
Dad’s surgery, planned together
Here’s what getting ready for surgery often looks like. Use it alongside the hospital’s checklist, share it with your Circle and change anything that doesn’t fit Dad.
Line up help near Dad for surgery week
Compare local companies, see who your Circle already uses or ask your Circle for a name. Here’s how it will work in The Market. The names below are examples.
Rides
Rides to pre-op and the hospital, plus the trip home, since Dad won’t be driving himself.
Pet sitting
Walks and feeding while Dad’s in hospital. Meet a few sitters nearby, and let Dad choose.
Meals and groceries
Groceries delivered and meals for the freezer, so the fridge is full when Dad’s home.
Cleaning
A fresh clean while Dad’s away, so home feels ready when he gets back.
Pharmacy
Prescriptions ready for pickup or delivered to the door, so nobody makes an extra trip.
Around the house
Lawn, laundry and the little jobs, handled while Dad’s away and once he’s home.
Keep the neighbours close
A good neighbour can water the plants, bring in the mail and keep an eye on the house. Share just that part of the plan, nothing more.
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Visits on Dad’s terms
A short visit in visiting hours, or a video call with the grandkids. Dad says when he’s up for company, and the Circle makes it happen.
How to choose well
Questions we suggest asking any company before you say yes.
Everyone who helps, in one Circle
Family, friends, local pros and the apps you already use. Dad stays at the centre and decides who’s in. The names here are examples.
Not sure who to include? Start with our Circle builder.
Prompts for everyone from his pharmacy to his dog walker, plus the things Dad wants to do. It’s free, takes about 10 minutes and you can download your list to keep and share.
Build Dad’s CircleLess chasing, more living
Pearl keeps everyone in the loop so nobody has to hold it all in their head.
Ask for a hand
Post a request once. The right person says yes, and everyone sees it’s handled.
A daily check-in
Dad shares how he’s feeling in one tap, and the Circle can send a smile back.
One shared calendar
Appointments, visits and deliveries in one place, so nobody double-books.
Dad decides who sees what
Trusted Providers only see the steps they’re part of, nothing more.
Questions families ask
Something else on your mind? A navigator can talk it through with you.
No tech skills needed. Dad can check in with one tap, or let his Circle handle the details while he stays in charge of who is in and what they see.
Plans are coming to Pearl soon. Today you can build Dad’s Circle with our Circle builder and download your list, so everyone is ready when plans arrive.
Starting a Circle is free, and the person at the centre is always free. Plus is $15 CAD a month, with a 14-day free trial.
Only the people in the Circle, and only what they are invited to see. Trusted Providers see the steps they are part of, nothing more.
Yes. A Pearl navigator can help you get started and find local help. It is free, with no account needed.
Big day ahead? We’ll help with the rest.
Start a free Circle around Dad, or talk to a navigator who can help you set it up.
More moments
Big changes and everyday ones. Each moment starts with the people around you.
Making home work after an illness
Small changes at home and the right people nearby, so everyday life keeps working.
Getting organized
One place for the people, dates and details that keep life running.
Coming home from the hospital
Rides, meals and who’s stopping by, planned together for the first two weeks.
