LTC

• Internal data reveals 726 Quebecers waiting in hospital for long-term care beds

  It's a situation that raises concerns for patients rights advocates who warn many elderly people now living in an unsuitable living environment and tying up hospital resources.

  Health

  Sep 3
  
• Nearly 300 Ontario patients moved to LTC homes they didn’t choose

  Nearly 300 people in Ontario have been moved from hospitals to long-term care homes not of their choosing under a law the government implemented a little over a year ago.

  Health

  Mar 20, 2024
  
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• ‘More accountability’: Ontario launches team to crack down on bad LTC actors

  The 10-person team will be an "effective deterrent and tool" when escalated enforcement is required, the province said. 

  Canada

  Jan 15, 2024
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• 24 Nova Scotia long-term care homes currently dealing with COVID-19 outbreaks

  There are currently two dozen COVID-19 outbreaks reported at long-term care homes across Nova Scotia, and some health-care officials are concerned about a lack of COVID protocols. 

  Health

  Dec 1, 2023
• Nova Scotia revises long-term care expansion adding another 2,200 rooms by 2032

  The Nova Scotia government is adding or replacing 2,200 rooms to the province's long-term care network by 2032 to meet the demands of an aging population.

  Health

  Nov 20, 2023
• Fare hike needed to maintain status quo, London Transit report says

  The London Transit Commission (LTC) said maintaining the status quo when it comes to service levels will require a budget increase of around $10 million from the city.

  Canada

  Aug 30, 2023
• Long-term care homes being built in Tyendinaga and Napanee

  The two long-term care facilities set to be built in both Tyendinaga and Napanee have 128 beds each and diagnostic capabilities to serve residents on site.

  Canada

  Aug 2, 2023
• LHSC launches new system to streamline transfer of patient information

  According to LHSC, 29 LTCs in Ontario have integrated the new system. Mes says there are upwards of 70 that have signed up to have it.

  Health

  Jul 28, 2023
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• Are current cooling standards in long-term care enough? Advocates say no

  Seniors' advocates are raising concerns about a lack of federal funding and clear and consistent mandates needed to keep residents in long-term care homes cool this summer.

  Canada

  Jul 7, 2023
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• Businesses excited for new transit route serving southeast London industrial park

  The new route, numbered 38, will operate during weekday peak periods along with two late evening trips between Argyle Mall and Innovation Park.

  Canada

  Jun 20, 2023