Vancouver's Joy Gaze Selected as "Resident of the Year" by BC Seniors Living Association
Champagne corks were popping at Terraces on 7th Retirement Residence in October to celebrate the selection of resident Joy Gaze as British Columbia’s “Resident of the Year” by the BC Seniors Living Association (BCSLA).
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Tips On Choosing a Long-Term Care Home in Ontario
So you or your loved is in need of a Long-Term Care Home. To help make this life transition easier, the following is intended to guide you through the application and placement process in Ontario (Canada-wide resources coming soon!), and provide some direction of how to choose the most appropriate facility.
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Tips on How to Apply for Placement in a Long-Term Care in Ontario
Long-term care facilities can only be accessed through a Community Care Access Centre (CCAC). The CCAC determines eligibility for placement, however each facility retains the right to approve applications based on their ability to meet the care needs of the individual. Generally, eligibility for placement is approved when community based services such as In-Home Health / Community Support Services or retirement residences are no longer able to meet your needs. You will be notified in writing by the facility if your application for admission is accepted or not.
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What To Look For When Choosing a Retirement Residence in Ontario
To find out if a residence suits your needs and preferences you need to personally visit it, if possible, more than once. Call ahead to the residences that interest you to schedule a tour. If you visited during the day, visit a second time in the evening.
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