Carolyn Evancio, Committee Member, noted that the Seniors Resource Committee is continuing to meet virtually and will move ahead with activities based on COVID-19 restrictions.
Luana Bussieres, Committee Member, noted that Alberta Health Services conducted a review of the emotional, mental, and psychological effect on seniors not being able to have access to a support person when seeking medical attention at the hospital. It was advised that the decision has been reversed and depending on the level of care needed every patient attending a hospital is allowed access to at least one support person.
Carol Theberge, Committee Member, noted that due to a positive COVID-19 case, Long Term Care seniors moving into Willow Square will be delayed by a week or two.
Henry Hunter, Chair, noted that the Government of Alberta re-launched the Rent Supplement Program, which closed in 2019. Wood Buffalo Housing is now in the process of determining who they can help in the community with the rent subsidy.