A person is classed as housebound if they cannot leave their home at all, or if they require significant assistance to leave the house. A person who is housebound would be unable to have their healthcare appointments in a GP practice or clinic and therefore is eligible for a home visit. A patient is not considered housebound if they are able to leave their home environment on their own or with minimal assistance for health or social purposes, this includes activities such as shopping, hairdressers and social clubs. It also includes those who have the ability to use a wheelchair with no or minimal support; have access to transport via relatives/friends; or have the ability to use a taxi or community transport.