Glossary
Terms used in accessibility research and practice. Each entry has a definition, common aliases, and category tags.
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- Repetitive Questioning(also: Perseverative Questioning)
- A behavioural symptom of dementia, particularly Alzheimer's disease, in which a person repeatedly asks the same question over and over, often within short time intervals. Repetitive questioning can stem from short-term memory loss (not remembering the answer or having asked),…
- Residential Care(also: Care Home, Nursing Home, Long-Term Care Facility)
- A facility that provides housing, personal care, and support services for individuals who cannot live independently due to age, disability, or health conditions. Residential care settings range from assisted living facilities offering minimal support to skilled nursing…
- Respite Care(also: Respite, Carer Relief)
- Temporary care provided to a person with a disability or chronic condition to give their primary caregiver a break from their caregiving responsibilities. Respite care can take many forms, including in-home care, day programs, overnight stays in care facilities, or social…
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