Term information

Term: long term care

Term details for 'long term care'

Applies to the care needed over an extended period of time for people over 65, irrespective of the length of stay in any one institution. Includes broad policy discussions.

Broader terms
social care
Related terms
intermediate care, long term conditions, long term treatment, older people

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