Healthy Aging CORE British Columbia
The knowledge hub connecting organizations that support and advance independent living for older British Columbians
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Are you interested in aging and mental health? We Want to Hear from You!
Are you interested in aging and mental health? Participate in a 15-20 minute online survey to help us explore a model to support mental health conditions. We are looking for the following people to pa
World Social Report 2023 Calls for Leaving No Ageing Person Behind
The report recalls that in setting out a universal plan of action to achieve sustainable development, the 2030 Agenda aims to leave no one behind, particularly the most vulnerable people, including th
Share your thoughts on supporting Canadians to age at home
The National Seniors Council has launched an online consultation to hear from people about ways to further support those wishing to age in their homes and communities for as long as possible.Have your
Upcoming Trainings & Events
Webinars, workshops, conferences, symposia, and other training and events relevant to healthy aging are listed by date and also indicated on a monthly calendar. Training modules and curricula, archived webinars, and other training resources are also available in the Resources section.
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Mar 27, 2023 @ 11:00 AM (PDT)
AGE-WELL Public Webinar Series: Creating Smart Homes: Innovative Solutions to Support Aging in Place
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Mar 28, 2023, @ 9:00 AM (PDT)
Having Difficult Conversations with Volunteers
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Mar 28, 2023, @ 10:00 AM (PDT)
Crypto Scams: What are they and how to stay safe
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Mar 28, 2023, @ 1:00 PM (PDT)
You're Invited! Share your Ideas on Seniors Housing in Vancouver
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Resources
Resources on CORE include checklists, toolkits, reports, studies, videos, and other materials on topics relevant to those working or volunteering in support of healthy aging and older adults independent living.
New Documentary: Voices of Diversity
Rexdale Community Health Centre
Voices of Diversity is a documentary film produced by the Rexdale Community Health Centre in Ontario, Canada. This project is funded by the Government of Canada's New Horizons for Seniors Program. When voices of diversity share wisdom, those speaking and those listening are both empowered. Storytell
Webinar Recording: Aging Lives Uprooted: Welcoming and Supporting Older Refugees to Canadian Communities
OACAO in collaboration with HelpAge Canada and CORE Canada
This webinar painted a picture of the older adult refugee experience in Canada, including the effects of fleeing conflict zones, the process of seeking asylum, and what it means to have lost everything. We heard from those working in the field - nationally, provincially, and locally – who shared t
Black History Month Informational Graphics
Balanced Supply of Housing Research Cluster
With respect to Black History Month, we wanted to highlight the ongoing systemic discrimination against Black Canadians within our housing structures. In these graphics, we provide background into the problem, focussing specifically on Hogans Alley and Africville, and present solutions identified by
Groups
Discussion groups are where CORE participants can share information and stories, ask questions, learn, and collaborate. Open discussion groups can be accessed by any member of CORE; closed groups are available by invitation only.
Programs and Initiatives
Programs and Initiatives profiled on Healthy Aging CORE provide examples of the important work being done by local, provincial, and national organizations and the value of these programs and initiatives in promoting health and well-being and fostering resilience for older adults seniors.
About Us
Healthy Aging CORE (Collaborative Online Resources and Education) is a platform to connect local, regional, provincial, and national non-profit, government, and academic organizations and coalitions that focus on programs, services, policies, practices, and research aimed at supporting older Canadians to age in place in their homes and communities.
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