Curious what others think about this...I've been trying to use the word support more often than help lately because I don't want to imply that the other person needs help.

Note: We all need help (especially me), basically nothing is accomplished by one person, and asking for help when you need it is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Support also seems like a sustained commitment versus a short-term offer.

Whichever you prefer, this is a critical "empowering" skill for managers. and leaders.