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Illegal Olhão care home shut down; 22 elderly residents removed

The Social Security Institute (ISS) shut down an unlicensed care home in Olhão on September 29 due to reports of mistreatment and inadequate living conditions. All 22 elderly residents were removed; 14 were transferred to licensed care facilities and one was hospitalized.

Why it mattersThis case highlights the importance of verifying the legal status and licensing of residential care homes when arranging long-term care for family members, as clandestine facilities may lack basic health and safety protections.

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