How COVID-19 showed how unprepared Canada is for the 'grey tsunami' in long-term care
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While COVID-19 cases have spread throughout the population, cases in continuing and long-term care have grabbed headlines due to the size of outbreaks, and the death toll among the elderly.
The pandemic has laid bare problems within the system many will rely on as they age. And reports show a wave is coming as the baby boomers get older
Calgary Herald columnist Licia Corbella joins Dave to discuss the toll the pandemic has taken on long-term care, what needs need to be addressed to handle the incoming “grey tsunami” and the potential cost if changes aren’t made.
Background reading: The coming grey wave of boomers will overwhelm society if we don't act now
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While COVID-19 cases have spread throughout the population, cases in continuing and long-term care have grabbed headlines due to the size of outbreaks, and the death toll among the elderly.
The pandemic has laid bare problems within the system many will rely on as they age. And reports show a wave is coming as the baby boomers get older
Calgary Herald columnist Licia Corbella joins Dave to discuss the toll the pandemic has taken on long-term care, what needs need to be addressed to handle the incoming “grey tsunami” and the potential cost if changes aren’t made.
Background reading: The coming grey wave of boomers will overwhelm society if we don't act now
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