The Council on Aging of Ottawa recommends a significant increase in funding to Ontario’s Long-Term Care system as well as increased funding to address the many other…
Sarah Bercier, Executive Director I am excited about and grateful for the new opportunities that 2021 brings! The opportunity to work closely with so many…
Are You Truck Aware? In the past few years, the road safety record of heavy trucks has improved in Ontario. Despite this fact, in 2017,…
RE: Government of Ontario’s Fall Preparedness Plans for Health and Long-Term Care Dear Premier Doug Ford, The Council on Aging of Ottawa is writing to…
Many thanks to all of you, 2,221 seniors, who completed the COVID-19 Seniors Survey questionnaire in May and June! Here is a brief update of…
The pandemic forced all of us into crisis mode, but can it help fast track fundamental change in long-term care (LTC) homes and for…
We are encouraged by the openness of researchers, practitioners, and communities in sharing best practices in a timely fashion during this crisis. The COA applauds…
At the beginning of this pandemic, COA noted that communication with residents and families was weak in many LTC homes. Sometimes families learned of COVID-19…
Role of the Government of Ontario Government of Ontario’s COVID-19 Response Long-term care homes (LTCH) are part of the provincial health care system. The…
To read the COA’s Statement of Concerns, go to: Ready to be part of the change? Here is what you can do now!
The COA gratefully acknowledges the financial support of the Government of Ontario and the City of Ottawa.
