The caregiver’s tasks can include various activities, such as:
- Activities of Daily Living: Assisting with bathing, transferring, dressing, continence, eating, and toileting.
- Medication Reminders: Ensuring the individual takes their medications as prescribed.
- Meal Preparation: Planning and cooking nutritious meals according to dietary needs.
- Light Housekeeping: Performing tasks like cleaning, laundry, and tidying up the living space.
- Transportation: Providing transportation to medical appointments, social outings, and errands.
- Companionship: Engaging in conversation, participating in hobbies, playing board games, and providing emotional support.
- Mobility Assistance: Helping with walking and using mobility aids.
- Fall Prevention: Being attentive to the individual’s safety to prevent accidents.