Eldercare that respects our elders

In many Ward 2 homes, three generations live under one roof, or close by. When a parent begins to need more care, the decision is never made alone. Adult children weigh options, grandchildren notice the changes, and the elder themselves wants above all to keep their dignity and independence. Eldercare here is a family matter, and it deserves to be treated that way.

The gap that families feel

Services designed without cultural context can miss the mark. Care that does not account for language, food, family involvement, or comfort with traditional practices can leave elders feeling like strangers in their own care. Families are often left choosing between options that do not quite fit, and they carry the strain quietly.

What I bring to this

I have spent a decade working with residents of every age on their health, including many seniors and their families. I have seen how much difference it makes when care is offered in someone’s own language, with respect for how their family does things. That experience shapes how I will approach eldercare on council.

What a councillor can do

The programs that fund long-term care and home care are largely provincial. A councillor’s role is to advocate, inform, and connect:

• Advocate for culturally adapted eldercare and for services that treat the whole family, not just the individual.
• Inform families about the resources that already exist, and push for that information to be available in Mandarin and Cantonese, not only English.
• Connect residents with community organisations and services, so no family has to navigate a hard season alone.

An invitation

If you are caring for an aging parent in Ward 2, your experience should shape this platform. Tell me what has helped and what has failed you.

See the Platform page for the full picture, or get involved.