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nursing

British  
/ ˈnɜːsɪŋ /

noun

    1. the practice or profession of caring for the sick and injured

    2. ( as modifier )

      a nursing home

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The year before, it reopened its Woodland Hills nursing home after incurring millions in losses amid fears of bankruptcy.

From Los Angeles Times

"Let police know where he's currently located or alternatively drop Mr Baghsarian off at a shopping centre or an emergency department or even a nursing home," he appealed to the kidnappers.

From BBC

Many states are expanding in-home care as an alternative to nursing homes, which can be more expensive.

From The Wall Street Journal

The model has emerged in France over the past few years, with several hospitals and nursing homes inviting people to invest in their healthcare facilities.

From Barron's

All of that while nursing an elbow that would later require surgery.

From Los Angeles Times