Caregiver Terms—Careforth Glossary

A chronic illness is a health condition or disease that lasts for an extended period of time, usually longer than a year.

Companion care focuses on providing social interaction, emotional support, and help with some daily non-medical activities for those who need long-term care.

Dementia refers to symptoms that result in a loss of memory, language, and other thinking abilities that are severe enough to interfere with daily life.

A family caregiver is a relative, friend, or neighbor who provides long-term care for a loved one.

Financial assistance for caregivers refers to programs, benefits, or payments that help offset the costs associated with providing care to a loved one.

Home care is provided in a residential location such as a home, condo, or apartment and allows an individual to prevent or delay nursing home care.