home-based unit
[/hoʊm ˈbeɪst ˈjuːnɪt/]
nounpl: home-based units
unidade baseada em casa
1. A business, organization, or operational center that is located and operates from a residential property
She started a home-based unit for her consulting business after leaving the corporate office.
Ela iniciou uma unidade baseada em casa para seu negócio de consultoria depois de deixar o escritório corporativo.
2. A military or police unit that operates from a local residential or community base rather than a central headquarters
The neighborhood watch organized a home-based unit to improve security in the area.
A vigilância do bairro organizou uma unidade baseada em casa para melhorar a segurança da área.
3. A healthcare or social service unit that provides care or assistance from a residential setting
The home-based unit offers nursing care and rehabilitation services to elderly patients.
A unidade baseada em casa oferece serviços de cuidados de enfermagem e reabilitação para pacientes idosos.
In Brazil and the USA, home-based units have become increasingly common with the rise of remote work, entrepreneurship, and flexible work arrangements. The term reflects modern work culture where residential spaces serve dual purposes as living and working environments. In healthcare and social services, home-based units represent a shift toward community-centered and patient-centered care models.
NYC Slang
local shop operation / mom-and-pop setup (informal)
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