Provide ongoing assistance and care to patients who are unable to manage their own needs. No matter who employs them, special needs caregivers are required to perform the following job tasks: Manage Meals Special needs caregivers prepare, cook, and feed meals to their patients. The special needs caregiver may also perform the grocery shopping for their clients and clean up patients and food preparation areas after every meal. Daily Grooming Special needs caregivers assist their patients with all daily grooming needs, including brushing their teeth, bathing, and dressing. Bathroom Assistance Some patients may require assistance using the bathroom and cleaning up after themselves in the bathroom. Housekeeping Tasks Special needs caregivers also tend to tasks like the laundry, making up the bed, doing dishes, and performing other housekeeping chores. Entertainment Activities Special needs caregivers keep their patients' minds active by planning and managing learning and entertai