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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Palliative Care
Palliative care is often available for individuals with significant illnesses or diseases to support their quality of life and provide them the treatment and care they need.
Personal Care
Personal care involves one-to-one care for someone in need of support with their activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, eating, and transferring or mobility challenges.
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.