as in caretaker
a person who has responsibility for the care of another
he could no longer keep up his role as caregiver for his sick wife
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Most caregivers are looking for toys that foster creative thinking, independent play, and sibling cooperation.
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Toby Rose, Parents, 24 Oct. 2024
Young children may be unable to communicate their needs to their parents or caregivers and require more fluids to recover from dehydration than adults do.
—Sarah Bradley, Health, 23 Oct. 2024
The donation was used to refurbish The Sanctuary, a non-denominational space for reflection and contemplation for families and caregivers at the hospice.
—Simon Perry, People.com, 17 Oct. 2024
Born one month apart in 2021, they've been described by prior caregivers as lively 3-year-olds who enjoy climbing.
—T. Michelle Murphy, ABC News, 15 Oct. 2024
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Toby Rose, Parents, 24 Oct. 2024
Young children may be unable to communicate their needs to their parents or caregivers and require more fluids to recover from dehydration than adults do.
—Sarah Bradley, Health, 23 Oct. 2024
The donation was used to refurbish The Sanctuary, a non-denominational space for reflection and contemplation for families and caregivers at the hospice.
—Simon Perry, People.com, 17 Oct. 2024
Born one month apart in 2021, they've been described by prior caregivers as lively 3-year-olds who enjoy climbing.
—T. Michelle Murphy, ABC News, 15 Oct. 2024
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“Caregiver.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/caregiver. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
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