We undervalue caregivers because we don’t value the people who need care
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June 6, 2022

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advocacy | canadian organizations | Liv Mendelsohn

We undervalue both caregivers and care providers because we don’t value the people who need care. The voices of caregivers are getting louder across the country. They need help.

To answer this call, the Azrieli Foundation has launched the Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence (CCCE) . CCCE is dedicated to supporting caregivers and care providers and advocating for the needs of all those who provide care. The Azrieli Foundation has a long and personal history supporting disability-focused organizations and is eager to put caregiving on the national agenda.

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