WORLD WELFARE ORGANISATION

This sub-class includes other residential care services not elsewhere classified. Residential care services refer to services residential and/or personal care services for persons with some limits on ability for self-care and/or those who are unable to live with their family or independently, but where medical treatment or education are not important elements. The care typically includes room, board, supervision, and/or assistance in daily living, such as housekeeping services and/or may include rehabilitation programmes, professional services (e.g., social work, therapist, psychology, counselling). The activities may be carried out by public or private organisations. Examples: - halfway houses for substance abusers - residential care services for persons with disabilities (physical disabilities, intellectual disabilities, sensory disabilities, etc.) and/or persons with mental health issues - crisis shelters for victims/survivors of domestic violence - transitional shelters for the homeless - welfare homes for destitute persons