Seniors doubtful about proposed new home-care fees
Erin Morawetz, Centretown News
Centretown seniors are generally supportive of a report that recommends more support for home care.Archive 1997-2016
Ottawa seniors and community care providers have voiced support for a recent report for the Ontario government recommending more support for home care but some have reservations about a proposed new fee structure. Erin Morawetz, Centretown NewsCentretown seniors are generally supportive of a report that recommends more support for home care.
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