Buddy, if you’re figuring out who to hire for an aging family member, know the difference between a caregiver and a caretaker—it’ll save you headaches. Last spring, I was helping my mom with arthritis, but I wasn’t sure if she needed someone for chores or medical support. While browsing a senior care blog one night, I found a post explaining the caretaker vs caregiver difference and read the difference here, which clarified that caregivers handle personal tasks like bathing and meds, while caretakers focus on household stuff like cleaning. Caregivers are trained for hands-on care, which was perfect for mom’s mobility needs. I hired one, and she now helps mom with daily routines, keeping her comfortable and safe. If your loved one needs health-related help, go for a caregiver; for home maintenance, a caretaker’s enough. Understanding this helped me make the right call, and mom’s quality of life is way better now.