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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.
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[Resource] Healthy Aging Framework and Theory of Change
United Way BC
The Healthy Aging Framework and accompanying Theory of Change (TOC) provide a unified vision for advancing Healthy Aging programs across BC. The document shares:Our purpose, expected outcomes, and focus on the Determinants of Healthy Aging.The guiding principles that shape our work.The central role
[Recording] Granting Portal Training Session - 2025-26 Healthy Aging Applications
United Way British Columbia
Thank you to those who participated in United Way BC Healthy Aging’s Salesforce Training for 2025-26 Healthy Aging Applications held on February 10, 2025. Below you can access the Training Session recording.
United Way BC Granting Portal User Guides
United Way British Columbia
UWBC Granting Portal User Guide
[Video] Why does heat get harder as we age?
McMaster Optimal Aging Portal
Summer heat can affect older adults differently. As we age, the natural cooling systems our bodies rely on become less efficient, making us more susceptible to heat-related illnesses like heat exhaustion and heat stroke. In the video, bottom of page, family physician Dr. Erin Gallagher explains what
[Resource Hub] Canadian Emergency Response Psychosocial Support Network (CanEMERG)
Canadian Emergency Response Psychosocial Support Network
connect you with mental health resources from coast to coast to coast
[Policy Paper] Strengthening Canada’s Health Care & Social Service Response to Social Isolation and Loneliness in Older Adults
Canadian Coalition for Seniors' Mental Health (CCSMH)
Current state, desired future, and the road ahead
[Video] Shedicine: Helping Senior Men Stay Healthy and Live Longer
CIHICanada
There are some 3.8 million men across Canada who are 65 and older- with studies showing once they leave the workforce they lose connections, friendships, and purpose. Loneliness in this group boosts the risk of heart disease, depression, dementia and even suicide. So how do you help keep this large
[Article] When confusion strikes quickly: Recognizing and preventing delirium
McMaster Optimal Aging Portal
Originally published: Mar 11, 2026Delirium is a sudden, confused state of mind. Up to 3 out of 4 older people can experience delirium after surgery or a serious illness. It can happen in any setting, but is common for people to develop delirium in intensive care units, palliative care, or long-term
[Report] Building health literacy for age-friendly health care in rural areas
John Richards Centre for Rural Ageing Research, La Trobe University
Executive SummarySupporting healthy ageing is crucial for small rural communities. The Indigo 4Ms in the Community project aimed to raise awareness of the Indigo 4Ms tool for healthy ageing and to bring older people and local community organisations together to develop resources and strategies for i
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