aftercare

/ˈæftərˌkɛr/
noun
  1. Care or treatment given to a person after a medical procedure, illness, or injury to aid recovery.
    • She attended physical therapy sessions as part of her aftercare.
    • Proper aftercare is essential to prevent infection after a tattoo.
    • The hospital provides excellent aftercare for heart surgery patients.
  2. Support or services provided after a person leaves an institution, such as a hospital or prison, to help them adjust.
    • The charity offers aftercare for children leaving foster care.
    • Aftercare for recovering addicts includes regular counseling meetings.
    • The aftercare program helps former inmates find jobs and housing.
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