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Coronavirus outbreaks grow in Victorian group homes for people living with disabilities – ABC News
More than 30 Victorian group homes are hit with coronavirus cases, prompting advocates to call for more help to prevent a similar disaster to that affecting the state’s aged care system.
More than 70 cases of coronavirus have been recorded in disability care in Victoria, and advocates fear the sector could be headed for a similar crisis to aged care without greater support.
Key points:
- Victoria has recorded 71 cases of coronavirus in disability accommodation, including 24 in residents
- More than 30 sites are affected
- The State Government has set up a rapid response outbreak unit to help the sector
Women with Disabilities Victoria chief executi…
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