Caregiver

Pronunciation

Definition 1

A person who gives care to people who need help taking care of themselves. Examples include children, the elderly, or patients who have chronic illnesses or are disabled. Caregivers may be health professionals, family members, friends, social workers, or members of the clergy. They may give care at home or in a hospital or other health care setting. (NCI Dictionary)

Definition 2

The primary person in charge of the care of a patient, usually a family member or a designated health care professional. (NCI Thesaurus)

Definition 3

Persons who provide care to those who need supervision or assistance in illness or disability. They may provide the care in the home, in a hospital, or in an institution. Although caregivers include trained medical, nursing, and other health personnel, the concept also refers to parents, spouses, or other family members, friends, members of the clergy, teachers, social workers, fellow patients, etc. (NLM, Medical Subject Headings)

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