Privatised nursing home care is a cripplingly expensive lottery which leaves the vulnerable at the mercy of bottom lines. It's time for a rethink, says Ciara Geraghty
Briefly

A young individual recalls their first encounter with death while working in a nursing home, revealing the stark and uninviting nature of such environments. The experience highlights the emotional weight of deciding to place a loved one in a care home, compounded by the challenges posed by for-profit care systems that prioritize profits over compassionate care. Such systems often exacerbate the distress families feel when making these significant decisions during difficult times, reflecting broader systemic issues in long-term care.
The experience of seeing a dead body at a nursing home at a young age creates a lasting impact on one’s perspective about care facilities.
The environment of a nursing home often feels cold and uninviting, contrasting sharply with the warmth expected in a caregiving space.
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