Out of total 30 subjects 33.33% were male and 66.67% were
female. Majority of the subjects were females in the present
study. Caregiver role is assumed when person assist in
meeting the needs of individuals who are unable to care for
themselves. In this society, women are usually assumed to be
the caregiver (Irvine & Drager, 1991; Melillo & Futrell,
1995; Willsten, 2000). Typically the caregiver for the older
adult is female, married and middle aged. Family members
usually accept the responsibility of care giving