ORCA said it is in “collaborative” discussions with the government on guidelines for admission of outgoing hospital patients. Hospitals are trying to find spaces in government-licensed nursing homes, which have few available beds, and privately operated retirement homes, which have higher vacancy rates. Retirement homes can be luxurious or basic, offering seniors rooms, meals and, if required, assistance with daily needs, such as medication or bathing. YOU MIGHT BE INTERESTED IN...She did not say when retirement homes would start accepting hospital patients. Instead, retirement homes attract older adults who are generally independent and willing to pay roughly $3,500 to $10,000 a month for room and services.

Source: thestar March 27, 2020 23:36 UTC