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Quality of life

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Quality of life

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Digitising Social Care Glossary, v0.0.3

Digitising Social Care

WHO defines Quality of Life as an individual's perception of their position in life in the context of the culture and value systems in which they live and in relation to their goals, expectations, standards and concerns.

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Plain English definition

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Quality of life

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Think Local Act Personal (TLAP) Jargon Buster

Think Local Act Personal

Your satisfaction with your life in terms of wellbeing and happiness. The way you define your own quality of life will depend on the things that matter most to you as an individual and make your life enjoyable and meaningful. The care and support you receive should make a positive difference to your quality of life.

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