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CARP is a national, non-partisan, non-profit organization committed to a “New Vision of Aging for Canada” promoting social change that will bring financial security, equitable access to health care and freedom from discrimination; Our mandate is to promote and protect the interest, rights and quality of life for Canadians as we age.
CARP Nova Scotia chapter was founded in 2008 to promote CARP within Nova Scotia, and to reach out to its members through education, discussion and events.
Public Health continues to respond to COVID-19 as its presence in the province continues to impact our population, specifically our seniors. Those 60+ or with a compromised immune system are at increased risk of severe illness – together, we need to protect them.
We are asking for your help to spread an important message. Along with this memo, we have attached a poster (also available online at this link) that we are hoping you will share within your networks and post in your communities. Our goal is to ensure seniors and those who are immunocompromised are aware of the steps they can take to protect themselves from COVID-19.
In addition to the poster, here are some Q&As, links and website resources you may find helpful:
Who should get tested? Everyone who has symptoms should get tested, but especially those who are 60+ or immunocompromised. If you are 60+ or immunocompromised, you should have a box of rapid tests on hand at home always.
What steps should I take if I have symptoms? If you are experiencing ONE or more symptom(s) of COVID-19, book a PCR test and complete the Report & Support form by phone (1-833-797-7772) or online, or take a rapid test. If you have a positive rapid test, complete the Report & Support form by phone or online.
What are the common symptoms of COVID-19?
Thank you for your continued support.
If you have questions about symptoms or getting tested for COVID-19, please call 811. Nova Scotia Health Public Health
Watch CARP’s panel of experts including Dr. Shelly McNeil professor of medicine and clinical scholar at Dalhousie University, Division head / service chief for the Division of Infectious Diseases Nova Scotia Health Authority and research director of the Division of Infectious Diseases.
These experts from across the Atlantic Region, discuss issues most important to seniors during pandemic; LTC, second wave of virus, vaccination, access to loved ones who are vulnerable, and more…
Featuring Newfoundland Seniors’ Advocate, Dr. Suzanne Brake; Dr. Shelly McNeil (Nova Scotia); Alphonse Dionne (New Brunswick Senior Citizens Federation) along with Vicki Bryanton (PEI).
Message us here if you would like more information on the CARP Chapter in Nova Scotia or go to http://www.carp.ca/atlanticoffer
Urgent action is needed to protect seniors in long-term-care. Now and moving forward, we need a commitment from governments to eradicate the systemic vulnerabilities exposed by COVID-19 which threaten residents in long-term care. Since the coronavirus hit long-term care homes, CARP has been actively calling on government to prioritize care for seniors.
See the entire article here : https://www.carp.ca/longtermcare/
Not only does Canada overspend and underperform compared to other OECD* countries, but there isn’t even parity between provinces and territories. Access to quality health care should not depend on your postal code. Our federal and provincial leaders must commit to delivering better health care for all Canadians no matter where they live.
For anyone that attended our online webinar on March 26th, here is a Personal Records Inventory Fillable Form. It can be completed digitally and saved or you can print it off and fill it out manually. We have also provided a link for Health Care Directives/Living Wills.
If you are interested in attending another Estate Planning Essential webinar or know of someone who may also be interested, please CLICK HERE.
The attached report from the OBIS Canadian Ombudsman for Banking Service and Investments, aligns with CARP’s request to allow banks and others to report financial abuse. The report recommends that banks, credit unions and other financial firms should have legal protections to report suspected financial elder abuse, and that they should implement trusted person procedures to they can address suspected issues with seniors. The report contains some good recommendations, but CARP urges the Federal Government to act quickly on the proposals. If, as a CARP member, you have further comments, please send them to the CARP Financial Security Advocacy Committee by emailing chair@carpnovascotia.ca
CARP NS is occasionally asked by media outlets (such as CBC Radio, Global News or the Chronicle Herald) to provide them with the name of a senior who would be willing to talk about a variety of seniors’ issues. CARP and CARP NS never gives out names of its members to anyone. But if you would be willing to be approached by a media outlet for your opinion, please provide your name and email address here (CARP members only please).
Sign up to receive your copy of CARPaction Online. You will receive twice monthly bulletins from national headquarters updating you about what is happening across the country in regard to our advocacy efforts. Each bulletin contains a member survey where you can voice your opinion on various issues. You can also see survey results instantaneously. CARP uses this information to inform & pressure Governments. We have a lot of clout!
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