Statement from CEO Donna Duncan
On the Support for Seniors and Caregivers Act, 2024:
“We thank the government for recognizing the important role long-term care homes play in the continuum of seniors’ care and services.
As our prevalence of dementia increases in our seniors’ population, we must ensure that every part of the health and social services system is trained and equipped to provide quality care to seniors living with dementia, plus supports to their dedicated caregivers.
We must also ensure that we support long-term care homes and all providers to embrace advances in care and treatment.
The changes announced today will complement the government’s historic investments in the sector and support the transformation that is underway in long-term care homes across Ontario.
Ontario’s long-term care homes are committed to providing safe and caring environments with resident-centered care that meets the clinical, social, emotional, cultural, and spiritual needs of each individual.”
December 4, 2024