Choosing and Designing a Home (Junior Cert Home Economics): Flashcards

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Four main functions of a home

Physical, Educational, Emotional, Social needs

Physical needs of a home

Shelter, warmth, rest, food, hygiene facilities

Educational needs of a home

Quiet study space, internet access

Emotional needs of a home

Safety, privacy, feeling secure

Social needs of a home

Space to spend time with family and friends

Apartments definition

Self-contained living spaces in multi-storey buildings

Mobile homes/caravans characteristic

Transportable, can be temporary or permanent

Sheltered housing definition

For older people/disabled with on-site support

BER rating shows

How energy-efficient a house is

BER rating scale range

A (very efficient) to G (very inefficient)

Community definition

A group of people living in the same area

Statutory services examples

Schools, libraries, post offices

Voluntary services examples

Sports clubs, youth groups, charities

Natural amenities examples

Parks, rivers, forests

Human-made amenities examples

Gyms, playgrounds, sports fields

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