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.
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[Tool] Cost of Ageing Calculator
National Institute on Ageing (NIA)
Free, interactive online research tool designed to help Canadians better understand and plan for the real costs associated with ageing.
[Recorded Webinar] CORE 101 Training Session Feb 2026 Recording
CORE AB, BC and National Platforms
Learn how to use the CORE Platform in this training session!
[Information] Hoarding Disorder
Anxiety Canada
Visit website for more information about Hoarding DisorderWhat is hoarding disorder (HD)?Hoarding disorder is new to the most recent edition of the clinician’s diagnostic manual (DSM-5), with hoarding previously categorized as a subtype of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Although individuals
[Report] Hoarding behaviour and housing insecurity for older adults
Sage Senior Association
Exploring the best ways to keep seniors with hoarding disorder housed
[Toolkit] Elder Abuse Awareness & Prevention Toolkit
Network to Eliminate Violence in Relationships (NEVR)
This toolkit was created to help organizations, caregivers, and communities raise awareness of elder abuse, promote recognition and response through accessible, ready-to-use digital communication materials.Introduction to Social Media Communication for BeginnersNEVR’s Five Pillars of PreventionSev
[Article] How to Have a Healthy Heart
Schlegel-UW Research Institut for Aging
Richard Hughson, Schlegel Research Chair in Vascular Aging and Brain Health, shared simple ways to keep your heart healthy and strong, as well as warning signs to look out for.
Heart Disease Info Sheet for Seniors
Health Canada
This four-page Health Canada document provides information on warning signs, risk factors, prevention strategies, and treatment protocols.
[Article] The Portfolio diet: An Investment in your heart health?
McMaster Optimal Aging Portal
Think of the Portfolio diet as a dietary portfolio of cholesterol-lowering foods. Invest in the right ones and you may see gains in your heart health.
Libin Cardiovascular Health Institute
https://libin.ucalgary.ca/community/resources/cardiovascular-health
The Libin Institute is committed to reducing the impact of cardiovascular disease. Explore some free resources to help meet your healthy lifestyle goals.
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