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That’s a great question, and honestly something more families should talk about. A while back, I looked into this exact issue when I started helping my mom care for my grandfather. It turns out there are some differences in expectations between the two roles. I came across this resource that breaks it down really well — it’s a helpful article on primary vs secondary caregiver responsibilities and what each role typically involves. It gives you a good idea of how training might vary too — like primary caregivers often need to know about medications, mobility support, etc., while secondary caregivers can focus on assisting with tasks, errands, and giving the main person some relief. Worth a read if you’re figuring it all out.