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Worker shortage sends care home fees soaring and increases pressure on families
Wednesday, 14 January 2026
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PRESS REVIEW || There are cases where monthly costs have risen by hundreds of euros in a few years
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Worker shortage sends care home fees soaring and increases pressure
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7:57am, 14 Jan 2026 • CNN Portugal
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