Seniors Move Questioned

The opposition is questioning why some seniors in Kenora are being told they have to go to Fort Frances for long-term care.

Kenora-Rainy River MPP Howard Hampton says part of the blame is the government's inability to adequately fund beds at the home in Kenora.

"Many people have written to the minister, and I've written to the minister, asking that the 12 long-term-care beds that are shut down due to lack of funding receive the operating funding they need," says Hampton.

Health Minister Deb Matthews says none of the seniors needing long-term care are leaving the Kenora, but the beds closed don't meet provincial standards.