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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Medicaid Waiver
A Medicaid waiver is a program that allows states to provide home- and community-based services (HCBS) to individuals who might otherwise require care in a facility.
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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.
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Respite Care
Respite care is a temporary break for primary caregivers from their caregiving duties.
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Structured Family Caregiving
Structured Family Caregiving, sometimes referred to as SFC, is a Medicaid-funded, home- and community-based care model that supports eligible caregivers.