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Seniors’ issues shouldn’t be in ‘silo,’ says health minister facing calls for national strategy

Housing and improved home care are two of the areas proponents of a seniors' strategy want addressed, while some want a specific department and ministry for seniors' issues.

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BY EMILY HAWS
April 18, 2018

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Seniors’ issues shouldn’t be in ‘silo,’ says health minister facing calls for national strategy

Housing and improved home care are two of the areas proponents of a seniors' strategy want addressed, while some want a specific department and ministry for seniors' issues.

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