Ontario Invests Nearly $2 Billion to Strengthen and Protect Long-Term Care Sector
Ontario is making its largest-ever annual investment in long-term care, increasing funding to a record $1.92 billion to support staffing and care across the province’s homes.
The announcement comes as the government surpasses its goal of providing residents with an average of four hours of direct daily care from nurses and personal support workers (PSWs).
The funding marks a significant milestone in the province’s ongoing efforts to modernize and strengthen the long-term care system, which serves more than 70,000 residents across Ontario.
“Our government is making historic investments to improve long-term care, by training, hiring and retaining thousands of health care workers,” said Natalia Kusendova-Bashta, Minister of Long-Term Care.
Author's summary: Ontario invests $1.92 billion in long-term care.