OCSA Statement on the Temporary Wage Extension for PSWs
OCSA Statement on the Temporary Wage Extension for PSWs
TORONTO, June 11, 2021 - “OCSA is pleased to see the extension of the temporary wage enhancement
for Personal Support Workers (PSWs). The value of the work that frontline PSWs provide is critical, especially with the need to safely support seniors and those with disabilities at home and in their communities during COVID-19.
While the temporary wage increase for PSWs is welcome, ongoing permanent wage enhancements are needed for home and community care PSWs now. These PSWs are the lowest paid in the health system and deserve wage equality with their peers in the rest of the health system.
Home and community care agencies keep over one million vulnerable Ontarians safe at home, out of emergency rooms and delay admission to long-term care. They cannot do so without more stable government funding. Not-for-profit organizations in our sector have not received regular base funding increases over the past decade.”
Deborah Simon
CEO, Ontario Community Support Association
About OCSA
About OCSA
Ontario Community Support Association (OCSA) represents close to 230 not-for-profit organizations that provide home care and community support services that help seniors and people with disabilities live independently in their own homes and communities for as long as possible. These compassionate and cost-effective services improve quality of life and prevent unnecessary hospitalizations, emergency room visits and premature institutionalization. They are the key to a sustainable health care system for Ontario. For more information, visit www.ocsa.on.ca and https://twitter.com/OCSAtweets.
To arrange an interview and more information please contact:
Michele Vantrepote, Communications Manager, OCSA
416-256-3010 ext. 242
Michele.Vantrepote@ocsa.on.ca
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