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What do you call a person that looks after old people? Exploring the many titles of elder care professionals and family members

According to a 2020 report from the AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving, nearly one in five Americans provide care for an adult, highlighting the widespread nature of this responsibility. When asking, "What do you call a person that looks after old people?", the answer is not a single term but depends on their specific role, relationship, and level of professional training.