Eluvajadustega

Eluvajadustega is an Estonian term meaning "with life-sustaining needs." It is formed from eluvajadus (life necessity) and the suffix -ga (with) and is used to describe people or groups who require external support to meet basic daily needs. The related noun eluvajadused refers to life necessities in general.

In social policy and health care, eluvajadustega is used to refer to individuals who depend on assistance due to age, disability, chronic illness, or other conditions that affect their ability to live independently. The term highlights dependency on services and resources such as food, water, shelter, medical care, mobility aids, personal care, and safe housing. It is not a formal legal category on its own, but a descriptive label used in planning, policy, and reporting to identify needs.

Examples: People with eluvajadustega commonly require ongoing support and care. They may need both medical and social assistance to maintain independent living. National or local programs may provide services intended to help such individuals function, including social welfare, health care, and housing or transportation subsidies.

This concept is important in social policy because it focuses attention and resources on people whose lives depend on direct support rather than on self-sufficiency alone.