"Convalescent Care is a term used to describe the short-term support provided by skilled professionals to individuals who are recovering from an illness, operation or injury.
This type of care is goal-orientated with the end goal always being for the individual to regain their independence as well as enough strength to cope without support."
"If you or someone you know has been in hospital or had an illness or fall, you may need temporary care to help you get back to normal and stay independent..."
"Many of our nursing homes around the UK can provide short-term care if you’re recovering from an illness or operation. This is often referred to as convalescent care."
bupa.co.uk/care-services/what-type-of-care-do-i-need/post-operation-and-illness-recovery