Amid Crazy Panic Buying Crises Due To Coronavirus, Woolworths Introduces "Elderly Couples" Shopping Hours

#1 Woolworths have done a commendable job with their recent announcement

With people buying things in bulk and hoarding on daily life necessities the elderly and disabled people are literally left to fend for themselves at this point. Amid this disappointment and chaos, comes a piece of good news that Woolworths have recently announced.

#2 People continue with their bulk shopping

In Australia, despite the authorities assuring people that there is no shortage of food, the public continues to buy stuff crazily not giving enough time to employees to restock the shelves.

#3 "Don't lose it over a loo roll"

The government is asking for people to be more conscious of others, yet to no avail. “Customers, check yourself before you check out. Don’t lose it over a loo roll,” SDA National Secretary-Treasurer Gerard Dwyer said.

#5 Shopping time fixed for elderly people only

Seeing the situation, Australia's biggest supermarket has taken the matter in its own hands. Most Woolworths supermarkets across the country will open their doors from 7 am to 8 am only for elderly and/or disabled citizens and those who are caring for them.

#5 The move was made after seeing that the elderly and vulnerable groups were missing out on vital items during shopping

“The move has been prompted by the unprecedented demand in supermarkets over the past week, which has seen many elderly and vulnerable people in the community missing out on vital items they may need when they shop,” Woolworths announced on Monday.

“While we’ll continue to do our very best to restock our stores during this period of unprecedented demand, we know many of our elderly customers have been missing out on essential items when they shop,” managing director Claire Peters said.

#6 Public is thanking Woolworths for their thoughtful gesture during these crises

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