Ottawa man in hospital for nine years after disagreement with health department

 

 

Ottawa man in hospital for nine years after disagreement with health department

Ottawa man. Roger Foley, 49, has been receiving treatment at London Health Sciences Centre Victoria Hospital since February 5, 2016. He has a neurodegenerative disease that causes severe physical limitations.

London Health Sciences Centre Victoria Hospital is one of the largest hospitals in southwestern Ontario. Roger Foley claims that he does not need the treatment there. He wants to continue with his treatment at home, with a team of his choosing. But according to Ontario law, this is not possible. Roger has a clear understanding of the facilities he needs. He has also fought legal battles to seek government funding for this. But he has not been able to win it. The services that patients who seek help from the government are provided by agencies that have signed contracts with the province. No one can appoint a self-selected group. This is what setback Roger Foley.