With warm temperatures in the forecast this week, here’s how to stay cool & safe: Stay hydrated✔️ NEVER leave kids & pets in parked cars ❌ Use sunscreen & wear lightweight clothing ✔️ Check in on loved ones ✔️ PreparedBC.ca/ExtremeHeat #BCHeat

The SAFER program helps make rent more manageable for seniors in B.C. If you are 60 or older, you may qualify for monthly support. Find out if you’re eligible: ow.ly/MKpc50Wqgsm #Housing #SeniorsHousing

Looking for trustworthy information on long-term care or assisted living? OSA offers a searchable online directory, featuring up-to-date, standardized information on 431 publicly-subsidized facilities. Explore here: seniorsadvocatebc.ca/quickfacts/loc… #LTC #SeniorsCare #AssistedLiving

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Today is #InternationalSelfCareDay, a reminder that self-care matters at every stage of life. This can include: ✔️ Staying active ✔️ Healthy eating ✔️ Keeping connected to family & friends ✔️ Prioritizing rest & mental health Self-care is health care. #HealthyAgeing

Join Seniors Advocate Dan Levitt for the livestream release of a new systemic review examining the growing gap between long-term care demand and capacity in B.C. and what it means for the future of the province’s vulnerable seniors and family caregivers. ow.ly/fZzg50WwkWj

New review released today shows B.C. is not prepared to care for its most vulnerable seniors now or in the future due to a growing shortage of long-term care beds. The Seniors Advocate urges the Province to act now. ow.ly/NZFw50WwSVF #SeniorsCare #LongTermCareCrisis

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Did you know that #BC’s coast is divided into five tsunami notification zones? Learn what zone you’re in so you know if your area is under a tsunami warning, advisory or watch ✔️ Learn more: PreparedBC.ca/tsunamis

Our office will be closed Monday, August 4 in recognition of B.C. Day. Wishing everyone a happy and healthy long weekend!

The August OSA Update is live today! Learn more about the Office of the Seniors Advocate and the current issues affecting #BCseniors. ow.ly/fl6y50WAjTw Don't miss out! Sign up for our newsletter today: ow.ly/JvFs50WAjTr

How can YOU #StopAgeism? Start by checking your own biases! 🤔 We all have assumptions about aging. Reflect today: are yours based on reality or outdated stereotypes? Challenge those thoughts to help build a more age-inclusive #Canada. The IFA National Pensioners Federation #BiasAwareness

Missed last week’s FREE virtual emergency preparedness information session? Don’t worry, we have more coming up! 🗓️ Aug 27, 2 pm: Wildfire Smoke Safety 🗓️ Aug 27, 7 pm: Personal & Household Emergency Preparedness Register now: bit.ly/4lz9gcs

According to Ministry of Health Projections: ➡️ Today: Shortage of 2,000+ long-term care beds ➡️By 2036: That gap is projected to grow over 700% to 16,000 beds We must act now to protect seniors and family caregivers! seniorsadvocatebc.ca/app/uploads/si…

🚨 Summer can heat up quickly—and can worsen medical conditions or affect meds like diuretics, beta-blockers and anti-depressants. 💬 Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about how to stay safe.

Is your organization making a difference in the lives of seniors? Applications for #NewHorizonsForSeniors funding are open now until Sept 17. Eligible community-based programs could receive up to $25,000. ow.ly/yiME50WCg7b

During hot weather, check in on family, friends and neighbours (especially older adults) to make sure they’re staying hydrated & spending time in cool spaces ☀️ If you live alone, find a buddy who can check in on you. Learn more: PreparedBC.ca/ExtremeHeat #BCHeat

On CTV Morning Live with Keri Adams, BC Seniors' Advocate, Dan Levitt (BC Seniors Advocate) shares highlights from a recent report on shortfalls in long-term care beds 🛌📊 ctvnews.ca/vancouver/vide…

Stay away from fast-moving water ✔️ Avoid fishing, swimming, boating or hiking near high streamflow rivers or streams ✔️ Be aware of landslide risks ✔️ Learn more: bcrfc.env.gov.bc.ca Prepare for #BCflood: PreparedBC.ca/floods

B.C. family caregivers are burning out. 70% provide 20+ hrs/week caring for loved ones waiting for LTC. The average? 63 hrs/week — nearly 9 hrs/day. We need more LTC beds & real caregiver support. Now. Read our latest report: 🔗 ow.ly/lZor50WGTEJ