Supporting the people who support others
Caregiving is important work, and it takes real skill and heart. Whether you’re caring for a partner, a parent, a child, or someone you support professionally, you don’t have to figure everything out alone — we’re here to help.
Everyday caregiving
Practical guidance for the moments that make up a caregiving day.
Helping With Movement
Supporting someone to move, stand, and get around — safely and with dignity.
Transfers & Positioning
Practical techniques for moving someone between bed, chair, and beyond — protecting you both.
Home Safety
Simple changes around the home that make everyday movement safer and easier.
Fall Prevention
Spotting risks and building habits that help reduce the chance of a fall.
Communication
Connecting well — listening, encouraging, and supporting independence in everyday moments.
Daily Routines
Dressing, eating, and moving through the day in ways that preserve comfort and dignity.
Caring for different people
Support looks different depending on who you’re caring for. Start with what fits your situation.
Stroke Recovery
Supporting someone as they rebuild movement and confidence after a stroke.
Parkinson’s Disease
Helping someone stay active, steady, and confident while living with Parkinson’s.
Older Adults
Supporting strength, balance, and independence in later life.
Physical Disabilities
Practical, respectful support for someone with a physical disability.
Children With Additional Needs
Supporting a child’s movement and participation, in partnership with their family.
Long-Term Conditions
Steady, sustainable support for someone living with an ongoing condition.
Safe support matters
Good caregiving looks after two people at once — the person you’re supporting, and you. Both matter.
Protecting the person
Good technique keeps the person you care for safe, comfortable, and as independent as possible.
Protecting yourself
Your wellbeing matters too. Looking after your own body and energy isn’t optional — it’s part of caregiving.
Asking for help
Reaching out — to professionals, family, or services — is a sign of good caregiving, never a failing.
Questions caregivers often ask
Honest, practical answers — and a reminder that you know the person you care for best.
How much help should I provide?
Often the best support is the least that’s needed — doing with, not for, so the person keeps building their own ability. The right balance shifts over time, and their care team can help you find it.
How can I prevent falls?
Small things make a big difference: clear walkways, good lighting, sensible footwear, and steady routines. Our fall-prevention guidance walks you through practical steps.
What if I’m worried about something?
Trust your instincts. If something feels off — a change in movement, mood, or health — it’s always reasonable to check with a health professional. You know the person well.
What if I feel overwhelmed?
Caregiving can be a lot, and feeling stretched doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong. Leaning on others and taking real breaks helps you keep going — and helps the person you care for, too.
Meet Coco
When you need the right guidance quickly, Coco can help. Coco is a friendly guide — not a doctor, therapist, or chatbot — who asks a gentle question or two and points you to the support that fits your situation.
- Coco asks: “Who are you caring for?”
- Coco asks: “What would you like help with today?”
- Coco asks: “What would you like to feel more confident about?”
Recommended starting points
Three gentle steps — go at the pace that works for you.
Learn. Recover. Rebuild. Thrive.
Caregiving can be deeply meaningful and genuinely challenging, sometimes in the same moment. Whatever today looks like, you’re doing something that matters — and you don’t have to do it alone. Let us keep you moving.