Residents at Brightwater Senior Living in Saskatchewan are expressing concerns as the facility transitions from a privately operated retirement community to a government-funded long-term care home, which will include 139 nursing home beds. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is managing this change, and a memo sent to residents indicated that individual needs and long-term care eligibility would be reviewed. While the province has assured that no senior will be forced to relocate, some residents remain apprehensive about their future. Lori Carr, the minister responsible for seniors, stated that the transition will accommodate the preferences of residents, noting that some may choose to leave for more active care options. The NDP Opposition has raised concerns, with MLA Joan Pratchler expressing cautious optimism about the government's commitments. Additionally, worries persist regarding potential evictions of seniors from public housing to make space for families, leading to a petition on change.org advocating for a halt to these evictions.