According to Nora Spinks, CEO of Vanier Institute of the Family, most adults can expect to provide care for a loved one at some point in their lives — and the health system depends on it. "But the health care system is relying very heavily on family members to provide some care," she said. According to a repo​rt released by Doctors of B.C, family caregivers provide 70 to 75 per cent of care in Canada, and in B.C., the majority of those individuals care for chronically ill or disabled seniors. Family Caregivers of B.C is a support network that can help you navigate the government resources that are available, as well as an emotional support telephone service and support groups. health care system relies heavily on family caregivers, says advocate

Source: CBC News November 27, 2016 00:33 UTC