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The province is doubling its funding for caregivers and seniors by dedicating $1 million to the not-for-profit organization Family Caregivers of BC.
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More support coming for seniors and caregivers
Published 11:59 PDT, Mon April 27, 2020
Last Updated: 2:13 PDT, Wed May 12, 2021
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BC is doubling funding for caregivers and seniors in BC, dedicating $1 million to Family Caregivers of BC.
The not-for-profit organization, which supports people caring for elderly loved ones, family or friends, has a network of local agencies throughout BC. Family Caregivers will increase the capacity of its helpline and offer a number of virtual connections and supports such as expanded toll-free support line hours, emotional supports and health-care navigation.
“Many BC seniors count on their spouses, children and close friends to help them stay at home and manage chronic conditions,” said Health Minister Adrian Dix. “The circumstances of COVID-19 have added weight and worry to the task. This step to expand services builds on our commitment to support caregivers and is also a step to support the safety and wellness of seniors during this challenging time.”
This funding will allow Family Caregivers of BC to enhance services during the COVID-19 pandemic, so caregivers get the increased support they need to help seniors remain at home, .
“We are here to help these incredible caregivers making sacrifices every day with emotional support, access to tools and resources, and to assist them to navigate our complex health system,” said Family Caregivers executive director, Barb MacLean. “Before COVID-19, many caregivers were already having sleepless nights, and now they are filling gaps for services that have been reduced to stop the transmission of the virus—like personal care and managing virtual appointments and medications.”
Seniors and people who are caring for elderly loved ones, family or friends in need of supports can call 211 or 1-877-520-3267 (toll-free).
To learn more about Family Caregivers of B.C., visit: www.familycaregiversbc.ca or call the toll-free caregivers support line weekdays between 8:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. (Pacific time): 1-877-520-3267
To learn more about bc211, visit: http://www.bc211.ca/
To learn more about United Way Better at Home Program, visit: http://betterathome.ca/
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