One type of nursing center is the special care center. This center:
1. Focuses on a particular demographical group or those with special care needs
2. Is closely associated with a school of nursing
3. Are considered not-for-profit
4. Are designated fee-for-service, designated HMO providers
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Special care centers focus on a particular demographical group or those with special needs. Ex-amples are those that focus on persons with HIV/AIDS, adolescent mothers, and the frail elderly.
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