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Advice on advocating for Canadian seniors
May 25, 2024
CanAge CEO Laura Tamblyn discusses advocating for Canadian seniors' rights and the urgent need for enhanced care services. Topics include gaps in pension support, elder abuse, challenges in dementia care, innovative eldercare methods, and the necessity of federal support for seniors' care.
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- Global push for UN Convention to combat ageism and protect seniors.
- Focus on financial preparation and inclusive home care for aging Canadians.
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Advocating for Seniors' Rights
Advocates push for a UN Convention to combat ageism and protect older adults globally. Addressing Canada's shortcomings in caring for seniors, advocates like Laura Tamlin Watts emphasize the need for international standards. Comparing Canada to other developed nations, Canada ranks poorly in seniors' outcomes, especially highlighted during the pandemic. Advocates stress the urgency to tackle issues like elder abuse, ageist assumptions in healthcare, and lack of proper long-term care.
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