BC Association of Community Response Networks welcomed BC Seniors Advocate Dan Levitt for January’s Provincial Learning Event online webinar. Participants learned about how BC is meeting the basic needs of its older residents and the areas in which the Office of the Seniors Advocate will focus on in the coming year. Soon to come – Free Shingles shots for seniors! Zoom recording Presentation Slides
Save the date! BC CRN is excited to welcome Lisa Dawson, Vice President of Independent Long-Term Care Councils Association of BC (ILTCCABC) for February’s Provincial Learning Event online webinar. Participants will learn about how ILTCCABC represents the collective voice of residents, their families and representatives. Belonging to a council enables residents and families to become involved in decisions that affect residents’ care and quality of life at the local, regional and provincial levels. Register | February 18, 2025 | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm PST
For more info:
Programs – BC Association of Community Response Networks
CUSCO ongoing senior advocacy – Workshop Brochures – Seniors Helping Seniors
Rural seniors – BC Rural Health Network and info@bcruralhealth.org Paul Adams director
Note: Telus internet plan for $9.95 for lower income & disabled seniors
Rogers basic data plan for $25 for over 65
National Pensioners Federation – Canadian Radio-Television Telecommunications Survey
The CRTC has invited the National Pensioners Federation (NPF), to participate in Consumer Advocacy virtual roundtable sessions. They plan to contribute valuable insights on removing barriers for seniors when dealing with their television, Internet, mobile and phone service providers, but they need to hear from seniors. Sharing real stories, experiences and solutions is paramount to help ensure the Telecoms get it right. Strict confidentiality will apply to personal information shared.
NPF – Canadian Radio-Television Telecommunications Survey – National Pensioners Federation
Call: 905-706-5806 email:info@npfmail.ca
