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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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This webinar series helps moms achieve smooth and confident transitions into being effective caregivers.
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Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
Studies show that elderly female elephants are leaders, valued for their roles as caregivers for the young and for their experience and knowledge to evaluate predatory threats and make good decisions for the group.
—Brian Handwerk, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Dec. 2024
Newsweek discussed the video with Ana Aznar, founder of REC Parenting, an online platform supporting parents and caregivers.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Educational feeding sets UNICEF’s Feeding Bowl and Spoon sets are easy, effective tools for caregivers to remember key nutrition tips and ensure children get nutrient-dense, diverse meals at the right times.
—Cynthia Tully, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
For the younger set, there’s the Kid’s Club, which includes indoor and outdoor spaces for kids to explore, a large playroom, a mini kitchen, and a nursery, all staffed by on-site caregivers.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2024
The military sometimes rejects the patient or, in the case of children, the caregivers accompanying them on vague security grounds or with no explanation at all.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
During their recovery, the horses will be supported by Alaqua's team of veterinarians, caregivers, volunteers and equine specialists providing 24/7 care to monitor each horse’s weight, appetite and behavior daily, while adjusting plans as needed.
—Chris Barilla, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
From screening to ongoing management, caregivers can play a key role in alleviating the burden of someone with type 1 diabetes.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 5 Dec. 2024
Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
Studies show that elderly female elephants are leaders, valued for their roles as caregivers for the young and for their experience and knowledge to evaluate predatory threats and make good decisions for the group.
—Brian Handwerk, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Dec. 2024
Newsweek discussed the video with Ana Aznar, founder of REC Parenting, an online platform supporting parents and caregivers.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Educational feeding sets UNICEF’s Feeding Bowl and Spoon sets are easy, effective tools for caregivers to remember key nutrition tips and ensure children get nutrient-dense, diverse meals at the right times.
—Cynthia Tully, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
For the younger set, there’s the Kid’s Club, which includes indoor and outdoor spaces for kids to explore, a large playroom, a mini kitchen, and a nursery, all staffed by on-site caregivers.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2024
The military sometimes rejects the patient or, in the case of children, the caregivers accompanying them on vague security grounds or with no explanation at all.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
During their recovery, the horses will be supported by Alaqua's team of veterinarians, caregivers, volunteers and equine specialists providing 24/7 care to monitor each horse’s weight, appetite and behavior daily, while adjusting plans as needed.
—Chris Barilla, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
From screening to ongoing management, caregivers can play a key role in alleviating the burden of someone with type 1 diabetes.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 5 Dec. 2024
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“Caregivers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/caregivers. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.
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