Articles looking at BC senior long term care community topics, including long term care services and amenities.
Some of of the specific topics include the benefits of long term care homes and services in BC, a look at the application process for long term care in BC, and the health priorities of long-term care communities.
In today’s blog article, we are going to talk about planning for long-term care needs and resources that are available to help you in BC. In British Columbia, there are five Health Authorities: Fraser Health, Interior Health, Island Health, Northern Health, and...
Long-term care in British Columbia is regulated by provincial law and specifically, the Community Care and Assisted Living Act. In addition, there is an Assisted Living Registry that issues registrations for residences that wish to fall under this category, offering...
Long-term care communities in British Columbia have several health priorities. Some are based on the current climate, such as dealing with COVID-19, and others have a longer history, such as nutrition and the psychological well-being of residents. Health priorities...
The COVID-19 pandemic is a challenging time for all of us. Some people having the hardest time are seniors living in long-term communities. Seniors are considered a high-risk category and a vulnerable population for contracting COVID-19. As leaders in providing senior...
Long-term and assisted-living care communities have big challenges in implementing social distancing. Furthermore, the situation with COVID-19 is evolving, and the care communities are responding to the requirements and best practices as they also change. This is...
Long term care services in BC, such as a long term care home, provide continued support and care for seniors who require frequent attention. There are a number of benefits to this type of care home, including: - Quality Care - Recreation and Community - Physical...
Is there an application process for long term care in BC? Answer: Yes. Entering a long term care community in British Columbia is a necessity for many seniors. These residential care homes can provide long term care services 24 hours a day, including accommodations,...
In British Columbia, if you are looking to arrange home and community care services for a loved one, it is important to know what steps to take – including contacting the correct authorities, preparing for assessment, and figuring out what is involved with making...