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Personal care
Meeting certain needs of people, such as assisting with going to the toilet, bathing, dressing, and undressing.
Autism
A neurological and developmental disorder that affects how people interact with others, communicate, learn, and behave.
Complex needs
Two or more needs affecting a person's physical, mental, social or financial wellbeing that requires additional care and support on a daily basis.
Road traffic incident
The unintended collision of one motor vehicle with another, an object, or person.
Colostomy bag
A specialised plastic bag that collects faecal matter from the digestive tract through an opening in the abdominal wall called a stoma.
Crash mat
A piece of thick soft material placed on the floor intended to reduce the risk of harm in the event of a fall.
Doctor
A qualified professional with a medical degree whose job is to treat people who are ill or hurt.
Alternative termsPhysicianHealthcare professional
A professional with a qualification that allows them to provide one or more of a range of health care services.
Optician
A qualified professional whose job is examining people's eyes and prescribing glasses or contact lenses to correct sight problems.
Physiotherapist
A qualified professional who treats people using physiotherapy.
Alternative termsPhysioPodiatrist
A qualified professional whose job is to treat problems and diseases of people's feet.
Psychologist
A qualified mental health professional who uses psychological evaluations and talk therapy to help people learn to better cope with life.