Peel and quarter 4 lb Yukon gold potatoes. Add to large pot, cover with 3 of cold water, and bring to a boil. Add 1 tsp sea salt and simmer potatoes until tender, about 15 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of cooking liquid and drain potatoes in colander.
Performs personal care activities that assist the client with activities of daily living which include (but are not limited to): 1  Personal hygiene (assisting to bathroom or in using bedpan, bathing, care of mouth, skin and hair) 2  Assisting with prescribed range of motion exercises. 3  Ambulation. Eating. 4  Dressing. Shaving.
Personal care aidesâalso called caregivers and personal attendantsâhelp clients with self-care and daily activities. Personal care aides perform tasks that are similar to those of home health aides. However, personal care aides cannot provide any medical services, whereas home health aides may provide basic medical services. Direct support professionals work with people who have developmental or intellectual disabilities.