Chatty Crone asked about health care in Canada with regard to AD. So far, all tests (MRI’s etc.) have been covered in full by our provincial medical plan (it is mandatory to have coverage for each person in our province).

All medical visits have been covered and the specialist has not surcharged us, don’t know if he ever does to anyone else.

Medications are partially covered under a provincial plan. I have been paying $200. per month for another private plan but so much is rejected that I will cancel it.

If Wayne is admitted, the fee now is $900. per month for the nursing care home. One pays over and above, all prescription, over counter drugs, aides, hair cuts, toe nail cuts (not allowed to be done by regular staff), all clothing, etc.

I saw a sign indicating the care home would do a resident’s laundry – not sure if there is a charge. Personally, I intend to do his so it’s all ironed and also, no mix up of clothing in the laundry.

A great TV is provided (in the room) but Wayne can no longer operate one. Each room has one bed so private accommodations. Each room has a very nice bathroom set up with shower. If the resident prefers a bath, there is a wonderful automatic tub where he can be bathed. (I’m told it’s $30,000.00 – it’s huge and lowers the patient gently into the water.

That’s all I can think of right now – ask away if you have questions. I may be able to answer:)