Caregiver Terms—Careforth Glossary

Welcome to our glossary. Here you will find definitions of key caregiver-related terms to help you understand the services better.

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In-Home Personal Care

In-home personal care describes a variety of non-medical services that might include assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) like eating, dressing, bathing, or grooming.

Informed Consent

Informed consent is a process through which a person voluntarily agrees to a medical treatment, procedure, or participation in research after receiving information about the risks, benefits, and alternatives.