Personal look into the challenging conditions inside B.C. care homes during COVID-19 crisis
While there is no doubt that doctors and nurses are performing incredible feats in combating COVID-19, it’s important to recognize the heroic efforts of seniors’ care workers who are protecting the most vulnerable amongst us. Care providers in British Columbia and beyond are working around the clock to them safe and healthy. Global News reporter […]
Community rallies around SafeCare BC’s Operation Protect
Popular radio stations in British Columbia have joined the effort to ensure health care workers on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic have an adequate supply of personal protective equipment to protect themselves and provide safe, quality care. Six stations — 980 CKNW, 94.5 Virgin Radio, 103.5 QMFM, TSN 1040, 93.7 JRFM, and 102.7 THE […]
“Community for Immunity” gives health care workers a boost
Herbaland, a family-owned company located in Richmond, B.C., recently reached out to BC Care Providers Association wanting to help our community during the COVID-19 pandemic by donating bottles of Immune Plus Gummies to front-line health care workers. Herbaland is the largest nutritional gummy manufacturer in Canada with the goal to ensure accessible and simple wellness for everyone. […]
BCCPA & EngAge BC to provide free “special-memberships” during COVID-19
Citing the pandemic crisis as a motivator for the seniors care and retirement living sector to work collaboratively, BC Care Providers Association (BCCPA) and EngAge BC are offering all non-member organizations providing long-term care, assisted living, home health and independent living a free membership for the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic. This limited-time free membership […]
“Messages of love” from family and friends comfort care home residents
In the fight against COVID-19, seniors’ care providers across British Columbia are having to take extraordinary measures to keep their residents and staff safe, such as restricting visitors in care homes. And while some providers are creating opportunities for residents to see their loved ones through closed windows, others are harnessing technology to keep them […]
Are you a seniors care provider looking for staff? Then go2HR
During these challenging times we are seeing several sectors of our economy deeply affected by the COVID-19 coronavirus. None have been impacted more than our restaurant, hotel and hospitality sector. This multi-billion dollar B.C. industry has been hit by a shock like never before, and the people who we have depended upon to be our […]
Creative approaches to maintain social connections
In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, seniors’ care providers across British Columbia are taking extraordinary measures to keep their residents and staff safe. In response to the new restrictions on visitation in long-term care and assisted living, sites such as Northcrest Care Centre are providing opportunities for seniors to connect with their families through FaceTime, […]
Province moves to restrict visits in long-term care
Yesterday, Minister of Health Adrian Dix and Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry announced that the province is moving to restrict visitors in long-term care homes to essential visits only. Care providers are being told they can restrict visits from the public to compassionate visits for end-of-life care. Visitors who assist with feeding or mobility tasks may […]
Human resources advice for care providers amid COVID-19
In light of the evolving nature of the COVID-19 pandemic, BC Care Providers Association is working to provide members with relevant labour relations advice to help them manage their workforce. Care providers are encouraged to review and rely on information, recommendations and directions from the Provincial Health Officer (PHO), BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC), […]
