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Intermediate care

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From:

NE Lincolnshire Council: Social Care Handbook

Focus Adult Social Work

Intermediate tier services are those provided on a time limited basis to help people discharged from hospital, or to prevent a hospital admission. Their aim is to re-enable people to regain their independence.

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