resthome
nounUK /ˈrɛst.həʊm/
US /ˈrɛst.hoʊm/
A place where older people live and get help with daily life.
My grandmother moved into a resthome near the beach last year.
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2. A place where people go to rest and recover from illness or tiredness.
After the long hike, the cabin served as a resthome for the weary group.
3. A quiet lodging house offering rest and relaxation to guests.
The seaside resthome welcomed guests who wanted peace and quiet.
4. A facility providing long-term care for people who cannot live alone.
The resthome had nurses on duty around the clock.