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Toolkit: Engaging Men in Older Adult Centres

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Research has shown that older men are less likely to socialize regularly, face a higher risk of mortality related to social isolation than women and men 65+ have one of the highest suicide rates. Many men see work as being central in shaping and sustaining their identity, so retirement can be a tough change which does not come easy. This toolkit looks to bring ideas to your community to engage more men.

This toolkit includes:


See the attached website link for the full toolkit.

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  • By

    Older Adult Centres’ Association of Ontario (OACAO)

  • Published

    Aug 20, 2020

  • Subject Area
    • Mental Health and Wellness
    • Social Connectedness / Social Isolation
    • Organizational Development
  • Audience
    • Service Providers (Non-profits, Community Organizations, Local government)
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