Edinburgh care homes receive Top 20 accolade in annual awards
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The Laurels Care Home in Hetton-le-Hole to hold Dementia Café on Friday 17th May 2024 at 10.30am
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‘Don't wait until care crisis point’ urges dementia care provider
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