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Definition
NE Lincolnshire Council: Social Care Handbook

End result, change or benefit for an individual who uses social care and support services.
Plain English definition
Think Local Act Personal (TLAP) Jargon Buster

In social care, an 'outcome' refers to an aim or objective you would like to achieve or need to happen - for example, continuing to live in your own home, or being able to go out and about. You should be able to say which outcomes are the most important to you, and receive support to achieve them.
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