[Velveeta]

So from what you say is that if the tracheotomy is performed, the family will need expensive home care for baby Joseph... which will be provided by the Canadian government. This is what I have been saying.

NO - bless your heart, what I'm saying is caring for someone at home with a trach, is neither expensive nor arduous.

Long term home care isn't covered, so you needn't worry about your pocketbook.

The parents want to care for their child at home, themselves.

Just what on earth could be your problem with that?

[wagglebee]

His problem appears to be his blind adherence to death panels.

[Michel12]

Long term home care isn't covered, so you needn't worry about your pocketbook.

It is in Ontario. Visiting nurses etc. are services provided under the Canada health plan I see you didn't investigate the Canadian programs...