Caregiver
/ˈkɛərˌɡɪvər/
Definitions
- (n.) A person who provides direct care and assistance to another individual, especially one who is unable to care for themselves due to age, disability, illness, or incapacity.
The caregiver ensured the elderly patient took their medication on time.
- (n.) An individual recognized in legal contexts as responsible for the welfare and personal needs of a dependent, often in guardianship, custody, or social services provisions.
The court appointed a caregiver to manage the child's wellbeing after the parents were deemed unfit.
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- caregivers
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Commentary
In legal drafting, 'caregiver' often appears in statutes and case law addressing support obligations, elder law, and child welfare; it is important to specify whether the term denotes a familial, formal, or professional role.
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