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B.C. seniors need more protection as COVID-19 pandemic’s 2nd wave hits: report
COVID-19 outbreak at White Rock care home spreads to 39 people Association CEO Terry Lake says strong measures have already been implemented by the health ministry, but his organization sees more ways to improve the lives of seniors and caregivers.Key recommendations include the use of rapid testing protocols and clear guidelines on how essential family caregivers can stay safely connected to their loved ones.The report also calls for better funding and pandemic pay for staff, along with improved mental health and safety programs to ease what Lake says is widespread employee burnout. Long-term care residents would rather see loved ones than be safe from COVID-19, B.C.