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Coker’s house is covered with photos of his loved ones, including social workers who helped him leave a nursing home and live independently with assistance. “There’s no reason to stay in a nursing home when you can get back on your feet,” Coker said. “If you put somebody in, you’re going to put me in a nursing home to die.” Yehyun Kim / ctmirror.org