Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
residential-facility
noun
/ˌrɛzɪˈdɛnʃəl fəˈsɪlɪti/
Definition
A residential facility is a place where people live, typically providing care and support services to its residents.
Examples
- The new residential facility provides care for the elderly.
- After the crisis, she moved to a residential facility for a while.
- Authorities are opening a residential facility for individuals with special needs.
Meaning
It often refers to establishments that offer housing while catering to specific needs, such as medical, social, or educational support.
Synonyms
- group home
- care home
- assisted living
- treatment center
