Seniors’ issues shouldn’t be in ‘silo,’ says health minister facing calls for national strategy

Housing and improved home care are two of the areas proponents of a seniors' strategy want addressed, while some want a specific department and ministry for seniors' issues.

Health Minister Ginette Petitpas Taylor says a whole of government approach is best for seniors care, but didn't indicate support for the national seniors' strategy many advocates are calling for.The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

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BY EMILY HAWS

April 18, 2018

Advocates and politicians are calling on the Trudeau government to take a leadership role in improving the lives of seniors, saying more program co-ordination is needed for citizens over 65, but Health Minister Ginette Petitpas Taylor is defending the Liberals' multi-...

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