Term: Adult Day Hospital

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2006-01-25

Definition:

A "step down" unit following hospitalization with a rehabilitation/therapy focus.

Related terms 

• Continuing Care
• Home Care
• Personal Care Home (PCH)

References 

• Roos NP, Stranc L, Peterson S, Mitchell L, Bogdanovic B, Shapiro E. A Look at Home Care in Manitoba. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2001. [Report] [Summary] (View)
• Roos NP, Mitchell L, Peterson S, Shapiro E. Perspectives on Home Care Data Requirements. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2001. [Report] (View)