What does the cryptic crossword clue "General area for sufferers heading for shelter (7)" mean?

The definition is "heading for shelter". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). LEE (synonym="Robert E, Confederate ‘General’") + WARD (synonym="‘area for sufferers’ in a hospital") = LEEWARD; definition: "heading for shelter" The answer is LEEWARD.

General area for sufferers heading for shelter (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29259 | 21 Across | 2023-12-21 flower

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