Nytimes iconNytimesSep 19, 2026

Nursing Home Beds Are Disappearing. That’s a Problem.

As the oldest baby boomers turn 80, researchers worry there won't be enough room in nursing facilities for a rapidly graying nation.

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As the oldest baby boomers turn 80, researchers worry there won't be enough room in nursing facilities for a rapidly graying nation.

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