August 10, 2026 | 7:55 am
Occupancy at nursing homes is running at almost 95 per cent.
Nursing Homes Ireland believes a crisis is looming heading into winter, as only 38 extra beds were registered last year.
However, ESRI research projects an extra 15 thousand beds will be needed by 2040.
Nursing Homes Ireland Chief Executive Tadhg Daly says the bed shortage is major worry with delayed discharges from hospitals..
Rory will walk nine marathons over nine days
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It will take place at the Ballyhaunis Community Hall
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