Which term describes a caregiver who supports independent older adults without providing direct care?

• A. Indirect Caregiver
• B. Primary Caregiver
• C. Protective Caregiver
• D. Family Caregiving

Answer: (A)

Supporting independence through coordination and advocacy, without hands-on tasks, describes an indirect caregiver. This role focuses on helping the older adult stay autonomous by organizing care, arranging transportation, communicating with healthcare providers, coordinating services, and monitoring safety—while refraining from direct personal care such as bathing or feeding. Because the goal is to bolster independence rather than perform direct care, this term fits best.

In contrast, a primary caregiver is typically the person who provides most of the direct, hands-on care. Family caregiving is a broad term that can involve both direct and indirect support, so it’s less specific. A protective caregiver isn’t a standard term for this context.