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LONG-TERM CARE HOME [1 record]

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Record 1 2005-09-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Health Institutions
CONT

Long-term care homes are designed for people who require the availability of 24-hour nursing care and supervision within a secure setting. In general, long-term care homes offer higher levels of personal care and support than those typically offered by either retirement homes or supportive housing.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Établissements de santé
CONT

Les maisons de soins de longue durée offrent un milieu qui s'apparente à un domicile, où l'on répond aux besoins naturels et en matière de soins des pensionnaires, ainsi qu'à leurs besoins psychologiques, sociaux, culturels et spirituels.

OBS

maison de soins de longue durée : terme retenu par le réseau Entraide Traduction Santé.

Spanish

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