outreach programs是什么意思

outreach 取reaching out之意,向外延伸援手。outreach program指外展服务或活动,自动自主去帮助那些需要帮助的社群。outreach program,a system of delivery of services to patients who are not likely to access treatment independently,particularly mentally ill older adults in rural environments。They are considered most at risk because mental health and social services are usually not readily available。Outreach programs can diagnose and treat homebound clients with physical limitations or major psychiatric illnesses who are socially isolated。