Care and health
basic care
In short and in plain language
Basic care is care for the body and for daily self-care.
It means help with washing, dressing, eating and moving.
It is not the same as treatment care. That covers medical steps a doctor orders.
Definition
Care relating to the body and everyday self-care, such as washing, dressing, eating and moving. It is distinguished from treatment care, which covers medical measures prescribed by a doctor.