[header] How to nurse a significant other's cold at home [title] Find out if they need help. [step] If you live with your significant other or if they live alone, the answer to this question may be obvious. But if they live with family, friends or roommates, they may already be getting the help they need. 
The only way to be sure is to ask. Even if someone else is caring for your loved one, you might be able to help by stopping by with food or medicine.