A Remarkable Milestone for Family Councils in Long-Term Care Homes
Written by Nola Galloway, President, Independent Long-Term Care Councils Association of BC, January 2023
Independent Long-Term Care Councils Association of BC (ILTCCABC) is a “Provincial Association of Family Councils” representing the important collective voice of residents, their families, and residents’ representatives.
Fraser Association of Family Councils (FAFC) is composed of a dedicated group of volunteers made up of representatives from independent Family Councils in long-term care homes throughout the Fraser Health Region along with advocates and family caregivers wishing to make a difference in the quality of life for long-term care residents.
What We Do
FAFC provides a forum for networking family council of long-term care in the Fraser region to discuss common issues, and work to find solutions, and ultimately, share our concerns and ideas with our provincial association of family councils; a registered non-profit society named Independent Long-Term Care Councils Association BC (ILTCCABC).
What is a Family Council
A Resident and/or Family Council is a group of persons who either live in a long-term care (LTC) home, their families, and/or the residents’ representative, who meet regularly to maintain and enhance the quality of life of residents in LTC. Councils exist to engage the resident community and to improve the experiences of all residents,
News
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- New Executive Summary Highlights Key Long-Term Care Prioritiesby Web Support on November 26, 2025 at 5:28 am
