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Public Policy
Printer-friendly versionThe NHCC works with all levels of government to advance opportunities for people living with brain conditions, their families and caregivers to live the highest quality of life possible.
Through extensive consultation, the following themes have emerged as priority areas for action:
- Personal Choice
- Control for decisions regarding medical care, social supports and shaping their living environment
- An Inclusive Culture
- Focus on health over illness
- Reduced stigma achieved by shifting public values and attitudes
- Employment opportunities and flexible work arrangements
- Enabling Technology
- Assisted living technologies to enable better living
- Smart homes, accessible education and workplaces
- Flexible transportation systems and housing programs
- Supported Caregivers
- Whose role is valued
- Supported sufficiently to maintain their own health and financial stability
- Shared Knowledge
- Commitment to research and to moving evidence into practice
- Reliable medical and decision support information
- Engaged on-line community
Please share your ideas and advice about how government can work to improve your quality of life.