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It's a significant problem in the time of COVID-19 and long-term care, said Laura Tamblyn Watts, CEO of CanAge, a national seniors advocacy group.

While there is an entire ministry devoted to long-term care, it is not forthcoming with critical information according to CanAge CEO Laura Tamblyn Watts.

Where Tamblyn Watts believes the emphasis should lie is in funding the means to keep seniors at home where possible the more effective, preferred and affordable solution reserving long-term-care facilities for the more dire situations.

From Dec 10 - Jan 1, we're teaming up with HelpAge Canada to offer you a virtual gift-a-day! Each one is something you can use to stay connected to your loved ones this holiday season. There are even a few exciting contests thrown into the mix to keep things extra jolly. To start opening your presents, and stop the pandemic from dampening your holiday cheer, head on over to:... https://www.canage.ca/holidaycheer

In partnership with the Law Foundation of Ontario, University of Toronto Factor Inwentash Faculty of Social Work and the Institute for Life Course and Aging, CanAge will launch Powers of Attorney 101, a free, Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) in Spring/Summer 2021. The objective of the course is to teach Ontarians how to be an Attorney appointed by a Power of Attorney for personal care and/or property. Being part of the focus group means you will review some of the course mod...ules and provide feedback on course content, module development, and resource impact. The focus group will meet (virtually) twice in February 2021 for about 2 hours per session. Each focus group will consist of 10 participants. If you are interested in joining the virtual focus group or receiving information on the Powers of Attorney 101 MOOC please sign-up at CanAge.ca/attorney before January 18, 2021.

Emergency LTC town hall featuring expert panel today at 1:30 ET: https://www.facebook.com/events/1479306365602374

Over 480,000 seniors who stopped working due to #COVID19 benefitted from the CERB. This direct financial support has helped seniors who lost employment income pay essentials like the delivery of groceries and medicine.

CanAge CEO Laura Tamblyn Watts' wish for 2021: My hope for 2021 is that this pandemic accomplishes the unprecedented: an end to ageism and the beginning of valuing seniors as equal citizens, deserving of dignity, respect and care."

Ever want to visit the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto? Enter today's Holiday Cheer giveaway, and take your shot! canage.ca/post/opera-lovers-and-sports-fans-unite-contest

Paint something great for the holidays (even if it's a little "abstract")! https://www.canage.ca/holidaycheer

The New Year calls for new adventures! Today's Holiday Cheer giveaway offers you the chance to win a Niagara Falls Explorer Pass! Enter now at: canage.ca//watch-the-ball-drop-from-your-living-room-conte

Michael Tamblyn, CEO of Rakuten Kobo, reads The Gift of Magi for you! https://www.canage.ca/post/sharing-stories-and-music

If you've got a sweet tooth, you owe it to yourself to check out the yummy holiday recipes we just posted! Plus enjoy a virtual Chanukah singalong <3 https://www.canage.ca/holidaycheer

Losing yourself in a story is a great way to pass some holiday downtime. We partnered with Kobo to give you the chance to win 1 of 10 E-readers with today's Holiday Cheer giveaway! Enter now: canage.ca/post/host-a-virtual-book-club-kobo-giveaway

This holiday season, join @CanAgeSeniors & @HelpAgeCA in keeping older Canadians safe and socially connected during #COVID19. A special message from @ltamblynwatts, CEO CanAge & Gregor Sneddon, HelpAge Canada. youtu.be/9O3HVCdnWwo #CanAgeholidaycheer.

@RyersonNIA latest report, Closing the Gaps: Advancing Emergency Preparedness, Response and Recovery for Older Adults released today! Aligns with @CanAgeSeniors VOICES platform about disaster planning. Well done @DrSamirSinha @redcrosscanada https://www.nia-ryerson.ca/reports