BCCPA Recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15
June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD). Dr. Elizabeth Podnieks and the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse established WEAAD in June 2006. The United Nations General Assembly officially recognized the day in December 2011. Elder abuse is any action that harms an older person or jeopardizes the person’s health or wellbeing. Abuse can take many […]
CEO Appears on CKNW Radio Regarding Wheelchair Fees
A number of media reports over the last week have been reporting on the $25 per month rental charge for wheelchairs by regional health authorities. The Bill Good Show on CKNW radio contacted the BC Care Providers Association to provide their reaction to the story. On Monday, guest host Michael Smyth and BC Care Providers […]
