R.I. nursing homes need help in daily fight for survival

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Nursing homes across the state are losing money amid the pandemic, as they fight to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Pictured, from left, are Bethany Home of Rhode Island employees David Briggs, director of therapy; Linda Wilson, office manager; and Elizabeth Sarro, administrator. / PBN FILE PHOTO/MICHAEL SALERNO
CHALLENGED: 
Nursing homes across the state are losing money amid the pandemic, as they fight to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Pictured, from left, are Bethany Home of Rhode Island employees David Briggs, director of therapy; Linda Wilson, office manager; and Elizabeth Sarro, administrator. / PBN FILE PHOTO/MICHAEL SALERNO

COVID-19’s economic effects will last well beyond the widespread availability of vaccines for many Rhode Island businesses, with nursing homes at the top of that list. Their daily fight for survival is a stark reminder of the health and economic crises still playing out across the state and nation. Their job, to care for many

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