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Health care decision-making: New resources for people living with

WEBGuest Article by Krista James, National Director, Canadian Centre for Elder Law. Older people have been greatly impacted the COVID-19 pandemic. Many need to …

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Home Health Members

WEBToday, home health is a vital part of the continuing care system that allows seniors to manage their health, maintain their independence and stay in their homes. It also …

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New pathway to permanent residency available for healthcare …

WEBA new pathway to permanent residency announced for temporary residents working in the healthcare sector is now accepting applications from frontline workers. …

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Health Care Assistant

WEBHealth Care Assistants (HCAs) play a critical role in the elder care sector by providing personal care and support to older adults. They work closely with older adults, …

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Allied Health Professionals

WEBEducation: Depending on the profession, a four-year bachelorette or a master’s degree may be required. Most Allied Health professionals year between $25 …

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BC Care / EngAge BC Careers & Training

WEBChoose Your Care Setting—Seniors’ care and living workers are employed in many work environments in BC, including long-term care homes, assisted living residences, …

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Care to Chat: Can foreign-trained healthcare workers help solve …

WEBLet’s make “Nurses—Not Nannies” the new mantra for IENs. It’s time to get serious about the human resources crisis. Amidst a global healthcare workforce …

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Implementing the Butterfly Household Model of Care in Canada: …

WEBBy Catarina Versaevel National Director DCM Canada The Butterfly Household Model of Care developed by Dr. David Sheard, Dementia Care Matters …

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Media Release: Health stats show surging demand for long-term …

WEBNew report shows that B.C. already falling behind while “baby boom” drives up demand. Burnaby, B.C. (May 22, 2019): A landmark report released today by BC …

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Major changes announced easing visitor restrictions, single site …

WEBThis afternoon at a news announcement featuring Minister of Health Adrian Dix and Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry, new major changes were outlined …

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HCA Training Program

WEBProgram Overview BCCPA regularly applies for grant funding to facilitate career pathways for those looking to work in B.C.’s diverse health care sector through our Health Care …

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EquipCare BC: B.C. provides funding to enhance safety, quality for …

WEBVictoria, B.C. — Seniors living in long-term care and assisted-living homes in B.C. will benefit as the Province invests an additional $14 million in the EquipCare BC …

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Free training for care aides made possible by Community …

WEBParksville, B.C. (June 24, 2020) – A new grant secured by BC Care Providers Association (BCCPA) will open doors for 48 students interested in pursuing careers in seniors’ …

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Op-ed: The importance of recreational therapy in improving …

WEBBy Michael Kary The importance of recreational therapy programs for seniors has been highlighted in various recent reports, including those by the BC Office of the …

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B.C. Seniors Advocate releases new report on long-term care …

WEBThis afternoon, the Office of the Seniors Advocate (OSA) released a new report on the experiences of seniors and their families with B.C.’s publicly subsidized long-term care …

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The leading voice for BC’s senior living and care providers

WEBEstablished in 1977, BC Care Providers Association (BCCPA) is the leading voice for B.C.’s continuing care sector. Through its operating arm EngAge BC, the …

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Opinion: Does it take a village

WEBChanging the Face of Dementia Care will be hosted by the BC Care Providers Association (BCCPA) in Vancouver, BC on March 6, 2020. Creating dementia …

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Dementia care: changing philosophies and a health social movement

WEBCommentary by Rebecca Morris. On June 20, Moira Welsh published a moving piece on caring for people with dementia in the Toronto Star. The poignant …

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BC Care Awards: Featuring Ed Helfrich Long-Service Excellence …

WEBKD Riar (pictured above, second from right) moments after learning she is the 2019 Ed Helfrich Long-Service Excellence Award winner KD is a remarkably giving and caring …

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