A personal care attendant (PCA) is a person who assists a person with a disability in performing instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) which can include: mobility, bathing/grooming, dressing/undressing, passive range-of-motion exercises, taking medications, eating, toileting, household services, transportation to medical providers, and other needs. A PCA does not have to be a hired professional, a friend or family member can act in this role.
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