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Definition in Statutory Guidance
of
Care home (in the context of Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards)
from
Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Code of Practice
A care facility registered under the Care Standards Act 2000.
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Definition
of
Care home
from
NICE Guideline NG189 - Safeguarding adults in care homes
Residential care homes (with or without nursing care) that are registered with and regulated by the Care Quality Commission.
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Plain English definition
of
Care home
from
Think Local Act Personal (TLAP) Jargon Buster
A home that you live in with other people, with staff providing care and support. The home provides you with your own room, meals and personal care. Some care homes - but not all - also employ registered nurses to provide nursing care. Care homes may be privately owned or may be run by a charity or a local council. They are regularly inspected by the Care Quality Commission.
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Discussion
about
Care home
from
Stakeholder discussions
Extra care, supported living, assisted living, care home, nursing home, residential care, sheltered housing - multiple terms which may or may not mean similar things.
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