Seniors

Why wheelchair fees are not ‘fair’ and what they say about the state of seniors care in BC

Jul 5, 2013

The recent announcement of a $25/month user fee for wheelchairs used by people in long-term care facilities in the Fraser and Vancouver Coastal health regions has been unpopular – particularly given the simultaneous announcement of pay raises for top government political staff. Premier Clark has since withdrawn the promise of pay raises, except for her… View Article

Beyond the economy: Where are BC’s major parties on health care and our aging population?

May 7, 2013

By Janine Farrell

By Shannon Daub & Janine Farrell We have been surprised, to say the least, at the lack of public discourse around health care during this election period. As a top-of-mind issue for British Columbians, you’d think it would be as central as the always large and looming economy. So what are the burning issues in… View Article

Final election fact sheet: Enhancing social support for seniors living in BC

May 6, 2013

By Janine Farrell

We have completed the last of our series of three fact sheets on seniors issues in preparation for the upcoming election! This fact sheet highlights the importance of communities that are inclusive and accessible to people of all ages and abilities. And, while it is important for seniors to “age in place,” they must also be… View Article

BC Office: Fact sheet on affordable housing options for seniors now available.

Apr 18, 2013

By Janine Farrell

BC’s provincial government has said it is committed to ensuring seniors can remain in their homes and “age in place.” Yet, the lack of adequate and affordable housing in BC means many seniors are forced to choose between paying for accommodation or buying food and prescription drugs, accessing transportation or participating in their communities. The… View Article

BC Office: Seniors Fact Sheet Series

Mar 18, 2013

By Janine Farrell

Here at the CCPA, we are exploring how we can ensure our elders have the resources and supports needed to retain their health and dignity as they grow older. Many British Columbians wonder if our health system will be able to provide a high standard of care to the whole population as the baby boomer… View Article

Seniors Advocate position a mixed bag of hopeful and disappointing

Feb 21, 2013

By Janine Farrell

A year ago (February 2012), the province’s Ombudsperson released a comprehensive report addressing the crisis in BC’s home and community care system, including 176 recommendations for a creating a more accessible and accountable system. The centrepiece of the provincial government’s response was the announcement that it would create an Office of the Seniors Advocate, following… View Article

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Seniors

Why wheelchair fees are not ‘fair’ and what they say about the state of seniors care in BC

Beyond the economy: Where are BC’s major parties on health care and our aging population?

Final election fact sheet: Enhancing social support for seniors living in BC

BC Office: Fact sheet on affordable housing options for seniors now available.

BC Office: Seniors Fact Sheet Series

Seniors Advocate position a mixed bag of hopeful and disappointing