3. Develop a Home Treatment Plan
The goal is for people with schizophrenia to live in the community, not in an institution, Savageau says. That often means that relatives need to know exactly how to manage their family member’s condition.
Work with your loved one and their doctor to develop a plan that includes medication adherence strategies, a list of possible relapse signs, and a plan for what to do when a relapse occurs, says Savageau. “This plan should be written out, and everyone should know what their responsibilities are,” he says.