Formal systems of care
Informal systems of care
100

What does it mean to have a regulated system of care? 

the homes must adhere to government policies or institutional regulations.

100

Who are the three most common providers of informal care 

family members, neighbours, community volunteers 

200

What are the 4 support services covered under formal systems of care 

1) Assisted living 

2) Healthcare 

3) Home support 

4) Nursing Care 


200

what are the three main pillars of informal care (what services do support people provide?) 

1) Daily living assistance 

2) Companionship 

3) Emotional support 

300

By what amount have assisted living populations decreased in the last 5 years? 

15% 

300

What is the cost? 

Free 

400

How much larger is the waitlist for subsidized assisted living than long term care 

50% 

400

What percentage of seniors rely on informal care on top of formal care 

98%


500

What percentage of a seniors annual income would a publicly subsidized assisted living unit take up? 

70% 

500

What percentage of care do informal care givers provide in Canada? 

70-90%

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