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2. Home care in the United States - Wikipedia

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   Home health care is medical in nature and is provided by licensed, skilled healthcare professionals. Home health care providers deliver services in the client's own home. Professional home health services may include medical or psychological assessment, wound care, pain management, disease education and management, physical therapy, speech ...

3. Home Care: How to Make It Work - WebMD

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   Photo Credit: E+/Getty Images. SOURCES: Aging in Place: “All About Home Health Care Services.” Family Caregiver Alliance: “Hiring In-Home Help,” “Working Successfully with Home Care ...

4. Unlicensed assistive personnel - Wikipedia

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   Unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) are paraprofessionals who assist individuals with physical disabilities, mental impairments, and other health care needs with their activities of daily living (ADLs). UAPs also provide bedside care—including basic nursing procedures—all under the supervision of a registered nurse, licensed practical ...

5. Caregiver - Wikipedia

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   Caregiver. A resident of St John of God Trust and a caregiver in Halswell, New Zealand. A caregiver, carer or support worker is a paid or unpaid person who helps an individual with activities of daily living. Caregivers who are members of a care recipient's family or social network, and who may have no specific professional training, are often ...

6. Home Care: Is It the Right Thing to Do? - WebMD

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   There are two basic types. In-home care services cover general daily activities and support, such as cooking, cleaning, helping your loved one dress, or just keeping them company. Home health care ...

7. Essential Items, Supplies, and Tips for Caregivers - Healthline

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   a popper/stress ball or other fidget toy. a toiletry bag with toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, and any applicable creams or makeup. comfy shoes. a change of work clothes in case you have to go from ...