Elderly Care Vocabulary

noun A person who takes care of a property or a person

adjective Describing someone or something that takes care of others

• The caretaker of the estate ensures that the property is well-maintained at all times.
• The caretaker of the school is responsible for cleaning and maintenance tasks.
• I heard the caretaker of the building is a real neat freak.
• As a parent, I see myself as the caretaker of my children's future.

noun a short journey taken to perform a specific task or chore

• I need to run an errand to the post office to mail some important documents.
• I have to do a quick errand at the grocery store to pick up some milk.
• I'm just gonna do a little errand at the pharmacy, be right back.
• Taking care of that small errand will clear the path for bigger tasks ahead.

noun the state of not being able to move or be moved easily

• The patient experienced immobility due to a spinal cord injury.
• She felt frustrated by her immobility after breaking her leg.
• I hate being stuck in immobility, it's so boring!
• His fear of failure resulted in a state of immobility, preventing him from taking any risks.

adjective adjective describes a noun or pronoun, in this case 'infirm' describes a person who is physically weak or frail

• The infirm residents at the nursing home require specialized care.
• The infirm folks at the nursing home need extra attention.
• Those infirm peeps at the nursing home need some TLC.
• His infirm mind struggled to grasp the complex concept.

noun a physical or mental weakness or ailment

• The elderly man struggled with his physical infirmities.
• She called in sick due to an infirmity.
• I can't go out tonight, I'm feeling a bit infirm.
• His fear of failure was an infirmity that held him back from pursuing his dreams.

noun the act of disregarding or ignoring something or someone

verb to fail to care for properly or pay attention to

• Neglecting one's duties can result in serious consequences in the workplace.
• Don't neglect to water the plants while I'm away.
• Stop neglecting your health, dude. You need to start working out.
• Neglecting to nurture a relationship can lead to its eventual demise.

verb to take care of or look out for someone or something

preposition used to indicate that someone is looking after or taking care of someone or something

• I will see after the paperwork is completed.
• I'll see after grabbing some lunch.
• I'll see after I finish binge-watching my favorite show.
• She promised to see after her friend's well-being during her absence.

noun a person who is older or retired, typically receiving a pension or social security benefits

• The senior citizen received a discount at the museum.
• The old person got a deal at the museum.
• The senior scored a sweet discount at the museum.
• The senior citizen was a treasure trove of wisdom.

verb to move unsteadily or in a way that is likely to fall or collapse

• The elderly woman began to totter as she struggled to maintain her balance.
• I saw the toddler totter across the room as he tried to walk on his own.
• After a few drinks, he started to totter around the party looking a bit wobbly.
• The economy seems to totter on the brink of collapse as unemployment rates continue to rise.

noun the essential parts or elements of something

adjective pertaining to essential or crucial aspects

• The nurse checked the patient's vitals before administering the medication.
• Make sure to keep an eye on your vitals and report any changes to the doctor.
• I always freak out when they take my vitals at the doctor's office.
• The success of the project depends on maintaining the vitals of each department.

noun the act or practice of keeping a close and protective watch over someone or something

• The company promised to provide watchcare for their employees' families during the pandemic.
• I'll keep watchcare of your plants while you're on vacation.
• Let's take turns on watchcare duty tonight.
• The government must exercise watchcare over the nation's resources to ensure sustainability.

noun a noun is a word that refers to a person, place, thing, event, substance, or quality. In this case, 'dementia tax' is a noun phrase that refers to a controversial policy proposal in the UK related to social care funding for individuals with dementia.

• The proposed policy has been widely criticized for its implications, particularly the controversial 'dementia tax'.
• Have you heard about the new 'dementia tax' proposal? It's causing quite a stir.
• I can't believe they're trying to push through that 'dementia tax' nonsense.
• The 'dementia tax' feels like a burden on the elderly, adding to their already heavy load.

noun a noun referring to a specific phobia or fear

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• Ptosiphobia is a rare condition characterized by an irrational fear of falling.
• I heard Sarah has ptosiphobia, she gets really anxious whenever she's near a ledge.
• Don't invite Mark to the rooftop party, he's got major ptosiphobia.
• Her ptosiphobia prevents her from taking risks in both her personal and professional life.