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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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[Tipsheet] Institutional or Innovative? What the setting of a congregate meal site says to guests
Administration for Community Living
The setting in which guests eat their meals can make or break the overall experience and can ultimately be the reason why a guest participates or not. It is important to evaluate if programs are truly serving guests in a way that makes them feel comfortable and welcome, as well as makes them want to
[Infographic] The Benefits of Eating With Others: Connecting Nutrition and Socialization for Better Health
Administration for Community Living
PDF attached below.
[Video Series] Social Isolation and Loneliness: What is It?
Canadian Coalition for Seniors' Mental Health (CCSMH)
Social isolation and loneliness in older adults as clinical topics in a Canadian context.3 videos in this seriesThe BasicsWhy It MattersClinical GuidelinesAccess Video Series playlist
[Documents] Top Frauds Affecting Seniors
United Way BC
On Dec 11, 2025 Federal Policing Prevention and Engagement (FPPE) in Pacific Region presented on current scam trends affecting seniors. The webinar was NOT recorded, however, the speaker has shared a link and summary documents of what was covered during the presentation (attachments below).Across th
[One-pager] National vaccine recommendations for older adults (65+)
National Institute on Ageing (NIA)
Respiratory infections remain among the leading causes of emergency department visits, hospitalizations, and death in later life. In 2023 alone, more than 13,000 older Canadians lost their lives to COVID-19, influenza and pneumonia. The greatest tragedy is that many of these severe outcomes are prev
[Video] Finding Home: The Lived Experience
Aging in the Right Place (AIRP)
Digital StorytellingDigital storytelling (DS) offers a compelling methodological approach for exploring the intricate narratives surrounding Aging in the Right Place (AIRP) among older adults who have experienced homelessness. AIRP recognizes that older adult’s environments need to support thei
[Report] Food Banks BC Hunger Report 2025
Food Banks BC
Report provides policy recommendations to address pressing systemic issues and reduce the pressure on food banks.
[Report] 2025 report card on physical activity for adults
ParticipACTION
The third (2025) edition of the Report Card, Moving Beyond Stagnation: Elevating Physical Activity in Canada
[Report] Housing Supply Needs and Challenges for a Diverse Seniors Population in Canada
Federal/Provincial/Territorial (FPT) Ministers Responsible for Seniors
In June 2021, the Federal/Provincial/Territorial (FPT) Ministers Responsible for Seniors Forum identified "supportive housing for a diverse seniors population” as a key forum priority for the 2022 to 2025 work cycle.Today, we are pleased to announce the publication of the report on Housing Supply
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