On December 17, 2009, the BC Ombudsperson released the first of two reports on her systematic investigation into the care of seniors in British Columbia. It includes a set of 10 specific recommendations in three categories; seniors' rights, transparency and the role of family councils. The BC Care Providers Association (BCCPA) has been very supportive of the Ombudsperson's investigation. Many of our members have welcomed her into their facilities to provide a front-line account of the many complex challenges residents and care providers face across the province.
At the time of the report's release, BCCPA thanked Kim Carter and her team for their comprehensive analysis of our sector and promised to prepare a full response to her recommendations. That response is now complete and it has been forwarded to Health Minister Kevin Falcon and the Ombudsperson's office. Read the full response to Ombudsman's Report. BCCPA is committed to working with the provincial government to renew our seniors' care partnership and make sure the Ombudsperson's recommendations are put into action for the seniors we serve.
