nonmedicalassistance

noun
UK /nɒnˈmɛdɪkəl əˈsɪstəns/
US /nɑnˈmɛdɪkəl əˈsɪstəns/

Help with everyday things that is not medical care.

The charity gives nonmedical assistance like rides to the store and help with paperwork.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Help given to someone that does not involve doctors, medicine, or treatment.

After surgery she needed nonmedical assistance with cooking and cleaning.

3. Support such as transportation, housing, or money that is not health care.

The program offers nonmedical assistance to families in need.

4. Aid from volunteers or social workers rather than medical staff.

Volunteers provided nonmedical assistance during the storm.