The survey, included 13,000 responses, showcase how the increased isolation has hurt seniors in residential care. One very troubling metric is a 7% rise in the use of anti-psychotic residents since the virus hit the sector in March ( https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-how-the-coronavirus-took-north-vancouvers-lynn-valley-care-centre/) #BCpoli
"Residents are not as worried as we might think they are about contracting #COVID19..." Isobel Mackenzie says, noting these residents need more and longer visits from loved ones. "[It] will not significantly increase risk." Calls on B.C. to create association for LTC families.
She is also recommending that "social" visitors be allowed in addition to an "essential" visitor. In this scenario, Pam AND Ken would be able to visit Maureen at her home, regularly. And Pam could also designate her kids to come visit grandma in her place https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/british-columbia/article-bc-political-parties-grapple-with-issue-of-seniors-care-mental/
B.C. political parties grapple with issue of seniors care, mental health

Policy makers consider alternatives to physical isolation in future public health crises

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/british-columbia/article-bc-political-parties-grapple-with-issue-of-seniors-care-mental/
* The survey included 13,000 responses and showcases...
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