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Supporting with personal care
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Providing emotional support
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Reading care plans and observation charts
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Assisting with eating and drinking
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Moving and handling
The most important duty that a healthcare assistant has is to ensure that those in their care are safe and comfortable. From assisting with personal care tasks, such as washing, dressing, and teeth cleaning to providing emotional support and company, each duty should be carried out in a person-centred way enabling independence where possible.
