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How puppetry is being used to enhance wellbeing in aged care residents

It's mid-morning in Hobart and at one aged care home, the anticipation is building. 

The room that's usually reserved for lifestyle activities has been turned into a theatre, and residents are filing in. 

They're not here for your standard show. This program is aiming to deliver entertainment, but also to build social connection and enhance interaction through drama therapy.

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