Home Care Glossary for Memphis Families

These everyday terms can help you discuss support with the Memphis care team. Comfort Keepers provides non-medical assistance; healthcare professionals provide diagnosis and treatment.

Companion care

Company and help with everyday activities such as meals, light housekeeping, and meaningful conversation.

Personal care

Respectful help with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and other personal routines, according to the care plan.

Respite care

Temporary support that gives a family caregiver time to rest or attend to other responsibilities.

Medication reminders

Reminders to follow an established schedule. Caregivers do not prescribe medicines or change doses.

Memory care

Non-medical support with familiar routines and daily activities for someone living with memory difficulties.

Post-hospital support

Help with everyday routines after returning home, alongside instructions and clinical services arranged by the healthcare team.

Hospice support

A hospice team provides specialized clinical care near the end of life. Non-medical caregivers may provide companionship, personal assistance, and relief for family caregivers alongside that team.