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Miss Rutherford, an elderly woman, is being prepared for discharge from the hospital to her home. She requires assistance with mobility, using a Zimmer frame for support, and needs help with bathing, dressing, and managing the stairs. The occupational therapist has assessed her home and recommends installing a bath seat, a chair in the bathroom, and a rail at the wash basin. The physiotherapist plans to provide a Zimmer frame for the ground floor and one for the top of the stairs. Miss Rutherford is able to prepare meals and hot drinks but struggles with heavy pans and a full kettle. She has lost weight and has a low body mass index, and the dietician has suggested increasing her calorific intake. The doctor recommends a full care package, including four visits a day, meals, and assistance with washing and dressing, to prevent further falls. Miss Rutherford wants to return home as soon as possible, prefers not to have strangers in her house, and has contacts in the church and local voluntary agencies that can provide support. A care package will be provided, but there may be a wait to organize attendance allowance.