Coronavirus making a hard choice even harder for older Australians

Norma Hall (R) and her daughter Tracey

Norma Hall (R) and her daughter Tracey Source: SBS

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For many older Australians the decision to stay at home or move into an aged care facility is one of the hardest they'll ever make and COVID-19 is adding another dimension to the equation.

And you can stay up to date on coronavirus in your language at sbs.com.au/coronavirus

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