Posted on April 17, 2020
Vancouver, B.C. (April 17, 2020) — A new web tool will allow British Columbians from all corners of the province to submit a positive greeting to seniors receiving home care and those living in long-term care, assisted and independent living settings.
Today, BC Care Providers Association (BCCPA) launched its #TellThemYouCare web portal and invites the public to send messages, including handwritten notes, video links, drawings and other expressions of love and support to our seniors.
More info HERE:
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Global News is hosting their third town hall on Monday, April 20, at 6:30 p.m., with Global BC News Hour at 6 anchors Chris Gailus and Sophie Lui.
What answers do you want from the people in charge of public health in B.C.?
Send your questions to questions@globalnews.ca or via direct message on the Global BC Facebook page. Send them a short video clip of yourself asking a question, and it could be broadcast during the town hall.
Then tune in on April 20 at 6:30 p.m. PT to watch live on Global BC, BC1, here on our website, or on our Facebook page. You can also listen live on AM980 CKNW.
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The BCPA Covid-19 Psychological Support Service is designed to help any BC resident who is experiencing stress, anxiety, or uncertainty due to the evolving COVID-19 pandemic.
The Psychological Support Service offers “Psychological First Aid” telephone calls, free of charge, to any BC resident (19+) affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
For more information and to schedule a support call go HERE
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As the information and advice around the new coronavirus changes, The Globe and Mail’s André Picard will be answering your questions about COVID-19 on Instagram Live on Thursday, April 16 at 7:30 p.m.
André, The Globe’s health columnist, will be joined by moderator Madeleine White to break down the latest scientific evidence, government policies and public-health advice concerning the pandemic by addressing questions such as:
- When will physical distancing measures end in Canada?
- What are the most common coronavirus symptoms?
- Should I be wiping down commonly touched surfaces in my home?
- When will the coronavirus pandemic be over?
- Should I take my relative out of long-term care homes?
- What is the safest way to go grocery shopping?
- Can I go outside for exercise?
- Why do some people get more severe symptoms than others?
Have a question? Email audience@globeandmail.com
- When: April 16 at 7:30 p.m. EST
- Where: The Globe’s Instagram account
Vancouver, B.C. (April 17, 2020) — A new web tool will allow British Columbians from all corners of the province to submit a positive greeting to seniors receiving home care and those living in long-term care, assisted and independent living settings.
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