Day: November 23, 2017

BCCPA wants to hear from you! Vote for the next #CareToChat topic

The Care to Chat speaker series brings together thought leaders, care professionals, health authorities and government representatives to deliberate on pressing issues in continuing care, and explore innovative ideas to strengthen the sector and improve the well-being of seniors in British Columbia. This season’s Care to Chat has focused on important themes such as culturally […]

Seniors struggling to find care in rural communities

Global News released an article on November 21 highlighting the challenges seniors face when seeking care in more rural communities. They reported that seniors have been placed in care up to 200 kilometers from home. This makes it more difficult and costly for families to visit frequently, and ultimately affects the quality of life—and some […]