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The Big Story

A solution to the crisis in long-term care?

May 13, 2024
Exploring the challenges of long-term care facilities and proposing a solution for seniors to receive care at home. Discussing the emergence of naturally occurring retirement communities as an alternative. Highlighting the heartwarming support found in a Toronto 'soup social' event. Delving into the innovative nork model for long-term care and a kids' reality show society experiment in the desert.
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  • Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities (NORCs) offer a promising alternative to traditional long-term care facilities by bringing essential services directly to seniors in their own living spaces.
  • NORCs provide benefits such as simplified access to healthcare services, fostering community connections, and accommodating different levels of involvement based on residents' preferences.

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The Need for Alternatives to Long-Term Care Facilities

As the COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the shortcomings in many long-term care facilities, the desire for alternatives to traditional nursing homes has become apparent, particularly with an increasing aging population. Studies show that a vast majority of seniors prefer to avoid institutional settings and remain in their homes. The shortage of long-term care beds and the limited capacity of preferred residences underscore the necessity for innovative solutions. One such solution, norks (naturally occurring retirement communities), offers a promising alternative that brings essential services and community support directly to seniors in their own living spaces.

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