Opinion: We need a national shift to ensure Canadians age with 'zest and dignity'
Article content The impact of COVID-19 has been tragic for seniors and their families. Deaths in long-term care facilities have been staggering. The pandemic has also exposed many broader issues beyond LTC facilities that affect our ability to lead fulfilling and dignified lives in our senior years. These have been well articulated by Drummond and Sinclair, Estabrooks (the Royal Society Report), Mackenzie (Seniors Advocate, B.C.) and in Andre Picard’s recent book, Neglected No More. The majority of seniors do not want to be in LTC facilities but sadly often find themselves with no other ch...
Source: edmontonjournal.com
