Caregiver Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Caregiver includes the following duties and responsibilities:

Help clients take prescribed medication
Assist clients with ambulation
Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)
Do the client’s shopping or accompany them to do so
Perform housekeeping duties
Be a pleasant and supportive
Report any unusual incidents
Assist with personal care and hygiene
Help with physical therapy exercises
Plan and prepare meals
Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Caregiver duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Caregiver roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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