Tag: home care cost
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End-Of-Life Care Reforms: How Australia’s New Palliative Initiatives Support Dying At Home
In a previous article, I highlighted the challenge of defining what constitutes healthcare, particularly when it comes to our aging population. Many elderly individuals need help with activities of daily living—not because they require acute medical intervention, but because age, frailty, or cognitive decline have made it difficult for them to remain independent. This challenge…
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Using Public Funds To Manage Your Own Home Care In BC
Among the myriad options for British Columbians looking for home care, one lesser-known option is the ability to apply for government funding for private home care under the Choice in Supports for Independent Living (CSIL) program. This gives patients, and their families, the opportunity to manage their own home support services rather than relying on…