carer
n.a person who looks after someone else, especially someone who is sick, old, or disabled. This is a formal word often used in medical or government contexts.
n.a person who provides care for someone else, typically in a professional or domestic setting. Often used in British English to describe those who provide long-term support to individuals with chronic health conditions or disabilities.
“The nurse is a professional carer for the elderly.”
“The government is increasing funding to support family carers who look after their relatives at home.”
“While professional carers are essential for complex medical needs, many patients find that the emotional support provided by a close family member is equally vital to their recovery.”
“UK parents and carers: what costs do you face when sending your children to school?”
“We owe it to Matilda’s family, and to thousands of parent carers across the country, to listen to their experiences and act.”
From care + -er.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.