The Care Home Olympics in Sheffield took place on Thursday and judging by the BBC report, it was a great success. I think this is a great idea, both for the residents of care homes who go to compete and support, but also for the care homes themselves who get to promote themselves in a positive, proactive light. According to the report, Primary Care Trusts and care homes in other regions are thinking about doing the same thing - wouldn't it be great if this could lead to national care home olympics?
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Jun 21, 2009
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