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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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[Report] 2022 Poverty Report Card for Canadian Provinces
Food Banks Canada
Click HERE to access the reportPOVERTY REPORT CARDSHover on the provinces/territories to see an overview of each province/territory’s gradesClick on the provinces/territories to expand and view Poverty Report Card overviewFor more detailed information about the Overall Grade, Context, Political an
[Article] World Mental Health Day: Nurturing your well-being as you age
McMaster Optimal Aging Portal
Click HERE to access the articleAs we age, it's important to prioritize our mental health just as we do our physical health. World Mental Health Day, observed every year on October 10th, serves as a reminder of the importance of mental well-being.Research consistently shows that mental health plays
[Resource] 3 evidence-based strategies for people living with coronary heart disease
McMaster Optimal Aging Portal
Click HERE to access the articleThe Bottom LineCoronary heart disease contributes to illness, disability, and death worldwide, but treatments continue to evolve.If you are living with coronary heart disease, exercising, quitting smoking, and accessing nurse-led clinics can help to improve your healt
[Report] Impact Report: Partnering for Aging Breakthroughs
RIA
Click HERE to access the reportThe RIA is a charitable, non-profit organization that enhances the quality of life and care of older adults through partnerships in research, education, and practice.
[Article] Domestic Violence Across the Lifespan: Honoring Older Survivors this Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Kristin Burki,
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[Resource] Design your menu for mentally healthy living in the later years
RTO ERO
Click HERE for more informationThe COVID-19 pandemic, which greatly affected older people, created a prime opportunity to learn from them about their mentally healthy living strategies—including tips on the most effective strategies for managing anxiety. That was the goal of the RTOERO Foundation-
[Resource] How to Use Zoom: For Seniors
Taylor Shuman, Senior Living
Click HERE to view the guide on Zoom vA Beginner’s Guide on How to Use ZoomIf you’re new to video chatting technology, you may be wondering exactly how to use Zoom. Well, we’re here to break it down into a few simple steps.
[Resource] How to Use Facebook: For Seniors
Seniors Tech Club
Click HERE to access the resourceGETTING STARTED WITH FACEBOOKFacebook is a social media platform that makes it easy for you to connect and share with family and friends online. It is very popular and currently has over 2 billion users worldwide.The 55+ demographic is the largest growing group of pe
[Resource] How to Use Netflix For Seniors
Cyber-Seniors
During this Cyber-Seniors webinar, the instructor will tell you everything you need to know about the popular online movie and TV streaming platform Netflix, including how to create an account, choose a subscription plan, and download your favorite flicks for offline watching. More information abou
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