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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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[Video] How to tap into our collective empathy

TED Talks

Buddhist roshi Joan Halifax works with people at the last stage of life (in hospice and on death row). She shares what she's learned about compassion in the face of death and dying, and a deep insight into the nature of empathy.

[Podcast] Caregiver's Compass

Stephanie Muskat

This is Caregiver's Compass. An uplifting, inspirational podcast talking about all things caregiving. Therapist and caregiver Stephanie Muskat takes you through real-life caregiving stories from her own therapeutic experience and gives you the raw and personal on her own caregiving experiences as a young caregiver. Plus hear from tons of incredible experts and caregivers who are living their day-to-day journeys. It's all here at Caregiver's Compass.

[Webinar Recording] Anticipatory Grief

United Way British Columbia

Many individuals would prefer to spend their final days at home, rather than in hospital. Services are put in place to help the client. We build a relationship with that person and start on their journey with them.Anticipatory grief is an experience of expected loss. It starts when they receive an e

[Recording] Do I still need this medication?

CORE Alberta

Join us for an educational session that will present critical information and explore resources to help older adults ensure the medications they're taking are still necessary, beneficial, and not causing harm.Medications can help us in many different ways. However, as we age, our bodies become more

[Recording] Healthy Aging Alberta System's Map Info Session

Healthy Aging Alberta

an interactive tool that visualizes the relationships, collaborations, and service networks within Alberta’s community-based seniors serving (CBSS) secto

[Recording] Including People Living with Dementia - Intergenerational Linkages CoP

Intergenerational Linkages Community of Practice CORE Group

How Intergenerational initiatives are including and supporting older adults with Dementia

[Recording] Healthy Aging Asset Index (HAAI) Tool - informational session

Healthy Aging Alberta and Sage Seniors Association

Healthy Aging Asset Index (HAAI) gives opportunity to better support seniors in their healthy aging journeys, while demonstrating the significant impact that social interventions make in alleviating the challenges faced by seniors and the healthcare system.

Essential Resources for Socially Connected Communities

Healthy Places By Design

A collection of the best resources on Socially Connected Communities curated by Healthy Places By Design.

[Podcast] Examining our expectations of respite care: setting ourselves up for success when it comes to maximizing our respite experiences and outcomes (Episode 97)

Caregiver's Compass

expectations and realities of respite care and how we can maximize this truly valuable time so we can come back home refreshed and content.

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