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The National Service Framework for Long-term Conditions

  • Document type:
    Dear Colleague Letter
  • Author:
    Department of Health
  • Published date:
    10 March 2005
  • Primary audience:
    Professionals
  • Publication format:
    Electronic only
  • Product number:
    265109
  • Gateway reference:
    4377
  • Pages:
    2
  • Copyright holder:
    Crown copyright

The NSF covers a range of issues for people with neurological conditions across health and social care. It includes guidance on supporting independent living and improving people's quality of life, and many of the principles apply to anyone living with a long-term condition.

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