Preferred label
Asylums
Alternative labels
Benevolent institutions
Charitable institutions
Homes (Institutions)
Broader term
Welfare facilities
Related terms
Assistance
Charitable organizations
Foster home care
Institutional care
Mental institutions
Scope note
Institutions for the protection or relief of some class of destitute, afflicted, or otherwise unfortunate persons. Includes activities and structures. Search under MENTAL INSTITUTIONS for insane asylums.
Change note
Formerly TGMI term.