BC Health Minister, Adrian Dix, has appointed Dan Levitt, an adjunct professor of gerontology at Simon Fraser University and the head of a non-profit long-term care facility, as the new BC Seniors Advocate.
The BC seniors' advocate acts in the interest of seniors and their caregivers by monitoring care and supports for seniors provided by the province and private industry, and producing reports and recommendations on how they are functioning. Learn more about the BC seniors advocate here: https://www.seniorsadvocatebc.ca/.
Read an article about new seniors advocate appointment here: B.C. Health Minister announces appointment of new seniors' advocate | CBC News
Seniors First BC is a charitable, non-profit society that provides information, advocacy, and support to seniors across BC who are dealing with issues affecting their well-being.
