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Back to EpisodesOntario Boosts Home Health Care, Shifts Focus from Beds
Published 6 days, 5 hours ago
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Ontarios 2026 budget allocates $1.1 billion for home health care, aiming to alleviate pressure on hospitals and nursing homes. Despite missing the target of 58,000 new long-term care beds by 2028, the focus shifts to home care, hiring more nurses and support workers. Critics argue its not enough, with seniors facing long wait lists and high hospital admission rates.
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