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[Report] Non-medicine interventions for sleep problems in dementia

Cochrane

People with dementia frequently have sleep problems including an increase in the length and number of awakenings and an increased amount of light sleep.

[Resource] Staying active during the summer: Tips for older adults

McMaster University

Here are some tips to help you make the most of the summer months while staying active and safe.

[Resource] Understanding West Nile and Lyme disease

McMaster University

Dr. Mark Loeb discusses the symptoms and the complications of these diseases and how to protect yourself.

Food Security Now

Community Food Centres Canada

Nearly 1 in 4 people across Canada can’t afford to put food on the table. Get stats for your riding.

[Video] When kids, teens and young adults provide dementia care: A real-life story from young caregivers

Alzheimer Society of Canada

In this video, four siblings of different ages speak about being young caregivers for their grandmother living with dementia

[Resource] Launch of GBA+ Toolkit

NAFC | IYC | FCM

Honouring Spaces for 2S+ & IndigiQueer Inclusivity,” toolkit.

[Report] Final report of the Expert Panel: Supporting Canadians aging at home: Ensuring quality of life as we age

National Seniors Council members

Click HERE to read the reportExecutive summaryOn October 6, 2022, the Minister of Seniors and the Minister of Health announced that the National Seniors Council (the Council) would serve as the Expert Panel on Supporting Canadians Aging at Home (the Expert Panel). The Expert Panel was asked to provi

[Commentary] Building the social prescribing student movement in Canada

HPCDP Journal, Government of Canada

Alongside the rapid expansion of the social prescribing movement around the world, a global network of student champions has emerged to build the social prescribing student movement.

[Report] At-a-glance – Black-focused social prescribing:  the importance of an Afrocentric approach

HPCDP Journal, Government of Canada

Going beyond conventional social prescribing models, BFSP addresses specific health needs within Black communities

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