carerequiring
Carerequiring is a term used to describe individuals who require assistance, supervision, or ongoing medical or personal care to manage daily activities. It is not a standardized term with universal meaning; its interpretation varies across health and social care systems, datasets, and institutions.
In many contexts, carerequiring implies that a person cannot perform essential activities of daily living (ADLs)
Reason for carerequiring can include physical disability, chronic illness, cognitive impairment, sensory limitations, or acute illness
In policy and administration, carerequiring status is used to guide care planning, determine eligibility for social
See also: Activities of daily living, Instrumental activities of daily living, Caregiver, Long-term care, Disability.