This show examines topics related to the law of nursing home abuse and neglect in the United States. It is hosted by lawyers Rob Schenk and Will Smith of Schenk Smith LLC, a personal injury law firm based in Atlanta, Georgia
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The nursing home administrator's best friend on the internet. Being an LNHA has never been easy. Covid has only made it even more challenging. Let's do this together🎗. This is where we interview and meet the leaders, innovators, and trendsetters in the nursing home industry. This is your go-to resource to gain practical solutions to everyday problems facing nursing home administrators. Questions/Comments? Email me - shmuel@snfmarketing.com
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What were the surprises you as a family member encountered preparing to enter long-term care? What needed to be done? What went right? What didn't? Hear about the transition for both a mother and daughter who have recently gone through the experience. If you experience difficulty listening to this podcast, please try another platform.
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Intended for adults born 1955-1975, who have elder parents. Learn the questions to ask from the professionals, researchers and the institutions to make an informed decision for your loved ones. Visit www.homestretch101.com for more.
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On this podcast we discuss senior living and nursing home life. If you're considering moving to a senior living community or assisted living facility, or finding support for the type of care you need this podcast will help you navigate your options. We cover everything senior care from industry leaders with special focus on healthcare.
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226- Using Nursing Home Regulations at Trial
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Did you know that nursing homes might not be following the laws meant to protect your loved ones? This episode dives into the crucial regulations that govern nursing home operations and what happens when facilities fail to meet legal standards. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes guest Lance Lourie, Esq. to talk ab…
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Deposing CNAs can make or break a nursing home case. Knowing the right questions to ask is key to uncovering the truth and ensuring justice. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Victoria Schall to talk about how to effectively depose CNAs and what attorneys should focus on during these critical moments.…
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224- Cross Examination in Depositions
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Cross-examining during depositions can make or break a case. Knowing the right questions to ask and how to ask them is crucial for any attorney. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Roger Dodd to talk about mastering cross-examination techniques in depositions and how to strengthen your case with effective q…
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223- Publically Available Information About Nursing Homes
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222- Deposition Strategies in Nursing Home Cases
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Getting a strong deposition in a nursing home case can make or break the outcome. But do you know the best strategies to use? In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Kate Hughes to talk about essential deposition tactics, how to prepare, and what to expect in these critical moments.…
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221- Perspectives on Nursing Home Case Selection
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Ever wondered how lawyers decide which nursing home abuse cases to take? Find out the secrets behind case selection strategies. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Natalie Holm to talk about navigating the complexities of nursing home litigation.Av Schenk Nursing Home Abuse Law
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220- Unveiling the Nursing Home Staffing Crisis: Insights from the Consumer Voice Report
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Is your loved one safe in their nursing home? The staffing crisis might be putting residents at risk. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Lori Smetanka to talk about the latest findings from the Consumer Voice Report and what it means for resident care.Av Schenk Nursing Home Abuse Law
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219- Getting What You Want in Nursing Home Discovery
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Are nursing homes hiding critical information? Uncover how to navigate discovery to get the facts you need. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Suzanne Fink to talk about strategies for effective discovery in nursing home cases.Av Schenk Nursing Home Abuse Law
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218- Understanding Dementia Care in Nursing Homes
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Are nursing homes doing enough for dementia residents? Understanding dementia care is essential for improving residents' lives. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Dr. Natali Edmonds to talk about the challenges and best practices in dementia care in nursing homes.…
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217- Objecting to Enforcing Arbitration Agreements in Nursing Home Cases
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Are arbitration agreements in nursing homes stripping residents of their rights? This controversial issue is at the heart of many legal battles. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Sarah Martin to talk about objecting to enforcing arbitration agreements in nursing home cases.…
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216- What Does Acuity Mean for Nursing Home Care?
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Is acuity in nursing homes affecting care quality? Understanding its impact is crucial. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Nicole Snapp-Holloway to talk about what acuity means for nursing home care and how it influences resident health and services.Av Schenk Nursing Home Abuse Law
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215- Nursing Home Cases Involving Resident on Resident Incidents
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Are resident-on-resident incidents in nursing homes preventable or unavoidable? Understanding the legal complexities is crucial. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Evan Jones to talk about the challenges and legal strategies involved in nursing home cases dealing with resident-on-resident incidents.…
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214- Critical Pieces of Data from Nursing Home Cost Reports
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Are nursing homes hiding critical financial data? Understanding cost reports can reveal a lot. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Ernest Tosh to talk about the most important data from nursing home cost reports and why it matters.Av Schenk Nursing Home Abuse Law
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213- Investigating Sexual Assault in Nursing Homes
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Is sexual assault in nursing homes being overlooked? This serious issue demands attention and action. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Casey L. Gray to talk about the critical steps in investigating sexual assault cases in nursing homes.Av Schenk Nursing Home Abuse Law
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212- How to Approach a Nursing Home Fall Case
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Are nursing home fall cases a legal minefield or a chance for justice? Understanding liability is crucial. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Phil Rizzuto to discuss effective strategies and legal considerations for attorneys handling nursing home fall cases.…
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211- Occupational Therapy's Role in Nursing Home Care
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Is occupational therapy the key to better nursing home care? Many residents miss out on its benefits. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Dr. Gigi Smith to talk about how occupational therapy improves quality of life and promotes independence in nursing homes.…
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210- Assisted Living Facilities: Understanding Long-Term Care Options
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Are assisted living facilities really the best option for your loved ones? Many families face tough choices about long-term care. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Richard Mollot to talk about understanding the different long-term care options and making informed decisions.…
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209- Fluorescence Imaging of Wounds in Nursing Homes
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Can high-tech imaging prevent bedsores? Fluorescence imaging is changing how we see and treat wounds. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Martha Kelso to talk about how this technology is revolutionizing wound care in nursing homes.Av Schenk Nursing Home Abuse Law
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208- Top Three Crucial Data Points from the MDS About Pressure Injuries
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Are you missing key data on pressure injuries? Discover the top three crucial MDS data points that could change everything! In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes guest Amy Swinehart to talk about these essential data points, helping families ensure their loved ones receive the best care.…
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207- Differences Between Pressure, Diabetic, Vascular, and Kennedy Ulcers
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Do you know the difference between a bedsore and a diabetic ulcer? Misidentifying these wounds can lead to improper care. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Martha Kelso to talk about the differences between pressure, diabetic, vascular, and Kennedy ulcers and why it matters for patient care.…
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206- When the Nursing Home Resident's Injury Is Inevitable
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Are nursing home injuries truly unavoidable? Many could have been prevented with proper care. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Michael Hill to talk about how to protect residents from preventable injuries and ensure their safety.Av Schenk Nursing Home Abuse Law
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205- Co-Morbidities, Unavoidability, and Pressure Injuries
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Are bedsores always preventable? The impact of co-morbidities might surprise you. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Andrew King to talk about the challenges of preventing pressure injuries and how unavoidability plays a role.Av Schenk Nursing Home Abuse Law
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204- Who are the Governing Body of a Nursing Home?
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Ever wondered who calls the shots in nursing homes? The governing body holds immense power. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Michael Brusca to talk about the roles and responsibilities of the governing body in nursing home care.Av Schenk Nursing Home Abuse Law
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203- Considerations for Closing Arguments in Nursing Home Cases
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Can a closing argument make or break a nursing home case? The final words in court are crucial for justice. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Xavier Carter to talk about effective strategies for closing arguments in nursing home cases.Av Schenk Nursing Home Abuse Law
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202- How Family Members Can Keep Residents Safe
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Are nursing homes really safe for your loved ones? Many residents face risks that family members can help prevent. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Hannah Garrett to talk about how families can keep nursing home residents safe.Av Schenk Nursing Home Abuse Law
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201- Unpacking the Truths About Pressure Injuries in Nursing Homes
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Are nursing homes failing to prevent pressure injuries? Many residents suffer from these painful wounds due to neglect. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Karen Bauer to talk about the causes, prevention, and treatment of pressure injuries in nursing homes.Av Schenk Nursing Home Abuse Law
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200- Equality of Care: Treating Nursing Home Residents of Color
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Why are nursing home residents of color getting worse care? Many face unequal treatment and neglect. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Dr. McAdams-Jones to talk about the challenges and solutions for ensuring equal care for all residents.Av Schenk Nursing Home Abuse Law
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199- What Role Does Staging Play in Pressure Injury Care?
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Crack the code to better healthcare! Ever wondered about pressure injury care? Uncover simple tips for effective wound management and empower your family to make informed healthcare decisions. In this week's episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Dr. Tippett to talk about understanding the crucial role of staging in pressure…
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198- How Does a Georgia Coroner Investigate Cause of Death?
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Unlocking the mystery behind Georgia Coroner investigations: Is the truth about a person's death always evident? Join us as we delve into the intricate process of determining the cause of death, exploring forensic examinations, legal procedures, and the role of the Coroner in safeguarding public health. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse at…
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197- Aspiration Pneumonia in Nursing Homes
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Unraveling the mystery of Aspiration Pneumonia in Nursing Homes! Curious about respiratory issues? Gain simple insights to protect your loved ones from this common health concern. In this week's episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Dr. McAdams-Jones to talk about understanding and preventing Aspiration Pneumonia in nursing…
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196- Non-Pharma Interventions for Dementia Care in Nursing Homes
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Breaking the silence on dementia care: Are non-pharma interventions the missing link? Join us as we unravel the silent signals of holistic care in nursing homes, unveiling transformative strategies for those battling dementia. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk welcomes guest Dr. Kales to talk about pioneering non-pharma…
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195- Silent Signals: Unraveling Care Omissions in Nursing Homes
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194- How Georgia Long Term Care Ombudsman Help Nursing Home Residents
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193- The Art of Repositioning in Pressure Ulcer Prevention
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192- How to Find and Read Georgia Nursing Home Surveys
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Unlock the secrets of healthcare assessments! Ever wondered what MDS assessments really mean for your loved one in a nursing home? Discover simple tips on how to read MDS assessments, empowering families to make informed decisions about their loved one's care. In this week's episode, nursing home abuse attorney Rob Schenk discusses practical insigh…
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The DOs and DON'Ts of Nursing Home Marketing
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Timestamps (00:00:02) Introduction (00:01:01) Healthcare Risk Management Experience (00:02:18) Fair Housing Act Explanation (00:08:15) Prohibition of Disability Discrimination (00:15:57) Understanding Essential Requirements (00:23:15) Rules Around Common Accommodations (00:29:42) Risks & Fair Housing Marketing (00:34:55) Legalities for Assisted Liv…
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Staffing; The Biggest Pain Point for Nursing Homes
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Sara Well spent 12 years as a critical care trauma nurse on the acute side. She watched again and again as her facility’s money was put into much less pressing issues than staffing and saw how it impacted not just care and quality outcomes but overall revenue. She saw how archaic many of the systems in place for staffing were, and with her tech bac…
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Innovative Solutions to the Staffing Shortage in Healthcare
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After returning from military service, Eric Alvarez got his start in academia before moving to healthcare and delving into startups. It was this time working with students that led him to the idea of Grapefruit Health. By the year 2026 healthcare will be short by 3.2 million healthcare workers. Eric states that many of the current solutions for thi…
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Erica has had 30 years of experience as a nursing home administrator and specializes in regulatory compliance. Her nonprofit senior living campus is so excellent at staffing retention that they have managed successfully to never bring in outside agencies. In today's senior care facilities, where administrators constantly struggle to keep staff from…
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Sam Gopinathan only got started in his field after the 2008 recession when he was forced to leave his job as a mechanical engineer. But Sam didn’t get into his current field by chance. After a life-changing experience of helping to provide relief to a community devastated by a natural disaster, he learned that establishing a connection is a fundame…
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Start Your Own Healthcare Business
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Lindsay Mclaughlin is an expert multitasker! Managing to juggle running a successful full-time venture, teaching others to do the same, and being a working mom, she wears many hats. Her high-poweredness can be seen in the fact that she recorded this episode with us only a few days after the birth of her new baby! Despite going into nursing school, …
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Nebras Hayek’s incredible career in marketing throughout multiple industries is the result of her high-powered mindset and can-do attitude. Though she has worked in a number of interesting places, Nebras got into healthcare marketing partly through the connections she made while hosting events for various healthcare related groups. In addition to h…
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Take Full Ownership of Your Recruitment
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Having served as assistant administrator at a small facility with extensive experience in the senior care industry, Avi Richman understands the extreme challenges facilities face these days in staffing There is a constant fight over employees and many states cap admissions when a facility is only operating at very low levels of staff. Many faciliti…
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During her research into health disparities at John Hopkins, Athena witnessed the difficulties that aspiring healthcare workers who were underprivileged and financially insecure had in starting their career. Single parents who were already working paycheck to paycheck could not afford to put themself through a CNA training program. There is also th…
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As a clinical psychologist with over twelve years of experience in the senior living space, Dr. Jennifer Stelter has a lot of experience with dementia. Dr. Jennifer is critical of the idea that pharmacological methods are the only way to address mental health conditions and she strives to provide knowledge of non-pharmacological tools and coping sk…
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Senior Spotlight: St. Paul's Plaza Resident Chula Vista with Cerebral Palsy Finds Joy in Swimming
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I am.. I am so in admiration of her determination and her commitment to doing the very best she can every day despite a disability which is cerebral palsy and also rheumatoid arthritis. So Kim, when did you move to the St. Paul's Plaza Independent Living? Three or four years ago. And what do you enjoy about living here? The pool and socializing wit…
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St. Paul's PACE Supportive Housing Services
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The St. Paul's PACE Supportive Housing is providing housing for our participants and for the homeless community in San Diego through an At Risk Program. We service only seniors fifty five and older. We find that if you, you feel safe and you have a place where you can cook your own meals and have safety of locking your door so you can sleep at nigh…
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Having worked on the front lines with hundreds of nursing homes to develop effective infection control strategies, Dr. Buffy got a firsthand look at the way in which these facilities were targeted during the height of the pandemic. She was moved by the stories she heard and problems she observed, to write her best selling novel Broken which highlig…
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5 Strategies You Can Implement Today to Boost Your Recruitment Success Rate
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It's time for a mindset shift. Recruitment needs to be as important as census and marketing. You can even use some of the same resources and people to promote your recruitment activities. Go out to your local supermarket and stop anyone with scrubs and offer them an interview. Find out where else they're hanging out and develop a presence there on …
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