community-based care
[kəˈmjuːnɪti beɪst kɛr]
noun
cuidado baseado na comunidade
1. Healthcare or social services provided to individuals within their local community rather than in institutional settings like hospitals or nursing homes
Community-based care allows elderly patients to remain in their own homes while receiving necessary medical support.
O cuidado baseado na comunidade permite que pacientes idosos permaneçam em suas casas enquanto recebem apoio médico necessário.
2. A healthcare delivery model that emphasizes prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation services delivered at the community level
The clinic promotes community-based care through preventive health education and accessible local services.
A clínica promove cuidado baseado na comunidade através de educação em saúde preventiva e serviços locais acessíveis.
3. Care that involves community participation and integration of local resources and social support networks
Community-based care models engage families and local volunteers in the healthcare process.
Os modelos de cuidado baseado na comunidade envolvem famílias e voluntários locais no processo de saúde.
In Brazil, community-based care (cuidado baseado na comunidade) is increasingly emphasized within the Unified Health System (SUS - Sistema Único de Saúde) as part of decentralization efforts. The concept aligns with Brazil's commitment to primary healthcare and accessible services. In the USA, it reflects a shift from institutional to patient-centered care, particularly relevant post-COVID pandemic. Portugal similarly prioritizes community health within their National Health Service (SNS).
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