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P.E.I. Woman's Death Sparks Housing Safety Review
28 Nov
Summary
- Jury made eight recommendations for CMHA after woman's death.
- Woman died from diabetic ketoacidosis in transitional housing.
- Inquest highlighted gaps in oversight and staff training.
An inquest into the March 2023 death of Brandi Clarke, a 25-year-old woman from P.E.I., has concluded with a series of recommendations for the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA). Clarke died from diabetic ketoacidosis while residing in CMHA-run transitional housing.
The jury's eight recommendations target improvements in the non-profit's operations to prevent similar incidents. Testimony revealed that Clarke, who had schizophrenia and Type 1 diabetes, was a complex client whose condition's volatility was not initially understood by staff.
Concerns were raised about the adequacy of staff training and the facility's lack of constant oversight, particularly on evenings and weekends. Clarke's death underscores the need for enhanced safety protocols in supportive housing environments.
