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Most ReadBC Senior Care News6 min read

Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids Are Now Legal in B.C. — What Families Need to Know

As of June 2026, adults in B.C. with mild-to-moderate hearing loss can buy hearing aids over the counter — no prescription, no hearing test. Here's what that means for your family, what it costs, and when you should still see an audiologist.

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BC Senior Care News6 min read

Route 65 Has Retired: Where BC Families Should Find Senior Care Now (2026)

BCCPA retired Route65.ca on April 1, 2026, ending seven years as a province-wide senior care directory. Here's what changed, why, and where BC families can find care providers now.

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Reports & Data4 min read

BC’s Senior Care System Is Under Pressure. Here’s What You Need to Know.

The 2025 Monitoring Seniors Services report reveals 7,000+ people on the publicly funded LTC waitlist, 287-day average waits, and a 93% rejection rate for subsidized housing. Here’s what families need to know.

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BC Policy & Waitlists8 min read

How Long Is the Long-Term Care Wait Where You Live? BC Wait Times by Health Authority

The average wait for a publicly funded long-term care bed in BC is 287 days, but your regional benchmark and preferred homes matter. Compare BC health authority wait context and what to do next.

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BC Policy & Waitlists6 min read

BC Spent $100M on Long-Term Care Projects Now on Hold — What It Means for Your Family

Seven long-term care facilities across BC have been cancelled or paused after $96 million was already spent. Here's what families on the waitlist need to know — and how to plan when the system isn't keeping up.

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