Long-Term Care Initiative
Join a robust network of long-term care physicians supported with resources, training, and guidance to improve care for residents in Burnaby’s care homes.
What is the Long-term Care Initiative?
The Long-Term Care Initiative (LTCI) is a province-wide program developed by the Ministry of Health to improve care in long-term care homes across B.C.
In Burnaby, the Division has been leading this work since 2016—supporting physicians in developing local, scalable, and sustainable models of care that improve outcomes for both residents and providers.
Learn more about the provincial LTCI »
Best practice expectations
Participating physicians commit to:
- 24/7 availability and on-site attendance when required
- Proactive visits to residents
- Meaningful medication reviews
- Completed documentation
- Attendance at case conferences
Why become a part of the initiative?
Your involvement supports better care for residents and helps system-level outcomes:
- Reduced unnecessary or inappropriate hospital transfers
- Improved patient/provider experience
- Reduced cost/patient as a result of a higher quality of care
Additional benefits include:
- A collaborative network of family physicians that meets quarterly for education and quality improvement discussion
- Working in a supportive multidisciplinary setting where family physicians can set their hours and contact preferences to suit their needs
- A manageable panel of 20–50 residents to maximize efficiency for each family physician with a robust After Hours call program for 24/7 coverage
- Ongoing support, mentorship, and leadership opportunities
How to get involved
Connect with our Senior Initiatives Program Manager at longtermcare@burnabydivision.ca to learn how you can get involved and make a meaningful impact.