What Is a Caregiver?
/In the cancer world, caregivers are thought of as anyone helping a family member or friend living with cancer. They are usually unpaid loved ones who take up any number and types of tasks, such as:
- Assisting with activities of daily living, e.g., cooking, cleaning and medication management
- Providing emotional support and companionship
- Researching NET care and treatments
- Advocating on behalf of the patient, taking notes and asking questions at medical appointments
- Navigating the healthcare system – scheduling appointments, collecting and reviewing labs and reports, filling prescriptions
- Managing insurance claims and household finances
- Connecting with the NET community for education and support
- Coordinating meals, travel, driving to appointments
- Communicating with the support team (other family and friends) and with the medical team
