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.
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Canadian Anti Fraud Centre (CAFC)
As we continue to navigate through Fraud Prevention Month, we would like to highlight an important resource for all Canadians - the Canadian Anti-Fraud Center (CAFC). The CAFC is a national resource t
Seniors Mental Health Services in BC
Self-Injury Awareness Day, also known as Self-Harm Awareness Day, is observed on the 1st of March every year. The day aims to raise awareness about self-injury and its effects on individuals who engag
University of Manitoba – Centre on Aging
The Centre on Aging, University of Manitoba, was established on July 1, 1982, with a mandate to serve as a focal point for the conduct of research on aging. The Centre has developed a national and int
Complex Chronic Diseases Program (CCDP)
Complex Chronic Diseases Program's (CCDP) treat and manage Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, and symptoms attributed to Chronic Lyme Disease. Their goal for the progr
Burnaby Neighbourhood House - Emergency Preparedness and Response
Last year, British Columbia experienced a heatwave like none other. Those most impacted by the heatwave were seniors. Burnaby Neighbourhood House experienced this firsthand last year when one of the s
Langara College Gerontology Program
Location/Community:
Vancouver
Description of organization and/or specific programs:
In 2018, snəw̓eyəɬ leləm̓ Langara College launched its two-year Diploma in Gerontology program after extens
Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, and Katzie Seniors Network Intergenerational Garden
Location/Community:
The intergenerational Garden is located in the downtown core of Maple Ridge at 22527 121 Avenue.
Program Description:
The Intergenerational Garden is a community/school garden
PaRx, A Prescription for Nature
PaRx, or A Prescription for Nature, is a national nature prescription program that Parks Canada has recently joined. Studies are showing that increased time in nature can help with anxiety and mental
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