Mental health and dementiaQuestion 1527 of 1700
What does deinstitutionalization mean?
- Residents moved to group homes in the community
- Residents moved into larger institutions with more staff
- Residents were sent home with no support or services
- Residents moved to general hospitals for long stays
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Correct answer: Residents moved to group homes in the community
Residents lived in smaller homes and took part in community life instead of staying isolated.
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026