MAiD in B.C.: Breaking down issues surrounding medical assistance in dying
By Michael Kary Since the passing of federal legislation[i] in June of 2016 following the Supreme Court of Canadaâs landmark decision to authorize physicians to end the lives of consenting patients under certain strict conditions; legalizing medical assistance in dying (MAiD) has had a profound impact on seniors care and the continuing care sector. Since […]
MAiD in B.C.: Care to Chat will delve into medical assistance in dying
Since the passing of federal legislation in June 2016, following the Supreme Court of Canadaâs landmark decision to authorize physicians to end the lives of consenting patients under certain strict conditions, legalizing medical assistance in dying (MAiD) has had a profound impact on seniors care and the continuing care sector. Since legalization, governments and stakeholders […]
#CareToChat Wrap-up: Dealing with risk & reputation in seniors care
There was no lack of tough questions and bold ideas at BC Care Providers Association’s latest Care to Chat. Last Friday, before a a sold-out audience of 120 care sector stakeholders and members of the public, panelists addressed issues regarding the current state of continuing care in B.C. and Canada, how it is portrayed, and […]
Poll shows majority of British Columbians have positive view of long term care homes
Reputation of long-term care homes strengthened by personal connection November 26, 2018 (Burnaby, BC) â Public opinion of B.C.âs long-term care providers is greatly affected depending on whether individuals have direct experience with seniors care homes, or if they learn about them through media reports, according to a newly released poll by Research Co. conducted […]
Op-ed: How can seniors care not be seen as a ârisky businessâ?
By Michael Kary There are times when almost on a weekly basis it seems like the news media in Canada report on the alleged mistreatment of, or substandard care being provided to seniors in long term care, assisted living or home health. These stories have entered the publicâs consciousness, helping them to form a negative […]
#CareToChat wrap-up: Cannabis a burning issue in seniors care
As barriers fall and stigma fades, seniors’ interest in cannabis is hitting a new high. This was a key takeaway from BC Care Providers Associationâs Care to Chat in Vancouver on Tuesday. Care to chat about cannabis and seniors on Oct 2? Join Dr @TerryLake16 and a host of panelists for Care to Chat's event,âCannabis in Care: […]
Media Advisory: Experts to hash out impact of pot legalization on seniorsâ care
Oct 1, 2018 (Burnaby, B.C.) â At Tuesday’s BC Care Providers Associationâs Care to Chat event titled âCannabis in Care: âWeedâ Like to Know,â panelists will engage in a dynamic discussion about the impact of cannabis legalization on seniors and workers in the continuing care sector. WHAT: Care to Chat luncheon panel discussion on cannabis in seniors care […]
Panelists announced for #CaretoChat on cannabis in seniors care
On October 2nd , BC Care Providers will host its Care to Chat event titled âCannabis in Care: âWeedâ Like to Knowâ where a panel of experts will engage in a dynamic discussion about the impact of cannabis legalization on seniors and workers in the continuing care sector. Panelists will examine budding issues, regarding how employers can […]
Suffering in Silence: Solving Seniors Isolation in BC
By Michael Kary and Ravin Johl Lately there has been significant media attention on the issue of seniors isolation including the detrimental effects it can have on the health of the elderly as well as new approaches to deal with the problem such as the creation of a Ministry of Loneliness in the United Kingdom. […]
