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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Power of Attorney (POA)

Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document that grants one person the authority to act on behalf of another in financial, legal, or healthcare matters.

Primary Caregiver 

A primary caregiver is the main person responsible for providing care and support to someone who cannot care for themselves.