Caring for children (0 - 18yrs)
Caring for children aged 0-18 involves providing for their physical, emotional, social, and cognitive needs, ensuring their safety, and fostering their development. This care can be provided by parents, guardians, or other caregivers, and it encompasses a range of activities, including feeding, bathing, dressing, providing medical care, and ensuring a safe and stimulating environment for learning and growth. This is a specialized healthcare and support tailored to infants, children, and adolescents, addressing developmental, medical, and emotional needs in age-appropriate ways.
The care givers support children in:
- Developmental Supports Monitoring milestones (speech, motor skills) and early intervention for delays. Example: Physical therapy for a toddler with cerebral palsy.
- Acute & Chronic Illness Managemento Treating childhood conditions (asthma, diabetes) or complex needs (cancer, genetic disorders). Example: Teaching a 10-year-old to use an asthma inhaler.
- Disability & Special Needs Care Support for autism, Down syndrome, or physical disabilities through tailored education/therapies. Example: Using picture cards to communicate with a nonverbal autistic child.
- Palliative & Respite Care Pain management for life-limiting conditions and temporary relief for families. Example: Hospice care for a teenager with muscular dystrophy.
- Mental Health & Behavioral Support Counseling for anxiety, trauma, or ADHD, often involving family. Example: Play therapy for a child with PTSD.
- Safeguarding & Advocacy Protecting vulnerable children (e.g., abuse victims) and ensuring rights in care settings
