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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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Canadian Code for Volunteer Involvement

Amanda Marchand

Canadian Code for Volunteer Involvement (CCVI)Volunteer Canada created the Canadian Code for Volunteer Involvement (CCVI) to support organizations that engage volunteers. We encourage all organizations to use the CCVI as a guide for engaging volunteers in the CBSS sector. Volunteer_Canada_Canadi

Emergency Preparedness & Response Volunteer Training Guide

Project Lead: Kitsilano Neighbourhood House

This Emergency Preparedness & Response Volunteer Training Guide outlines a framework that can be adapted across different communities. It outlines the role of volunteers as first responders during a crisis. Project Lead: Kitsilano Neighbourhood HouseCollaborators and Partners: Dunbar Residen

Boost your volunteer recruitment for seniors’ programs with iVolunteer.ca (webinar recording)

Volunteer Engagement Team

Webinar Recording January 23, 2025Boost your volunteer recruitment for seniors' programs with iVolunteer. In this 25-minute webinar, you’ll learn about iVolunteer - an easy-to-use, feature-rich platform that can help you save time and access qualified, skilled volunteers. You’ll discover the to

CBSS Volunteer Coordinator Job Description and Core Competencies

Amanda Marchand, United Way BC

This sample job description for a Volunteer Coordinator role is an optional and adaptable resource for organizations that received the Volunteer Coordination & Supports 2024-2025 Enhancement Grant from United Way British Columbia.SAMPLE JOB DESCRIPTION and CORE COMPETENCIES: Community Based Seni

[Resource] WHO Ageism Scale - manual and user guide

WHO

This manual and user guide for the WHO Ageism Scale is a practical guide for introducing, administering, scoring, and interpreting the scale. It also includes specific guidance on how to translate and validate the scale, and recommends example settings where the scale could be best used. The English

[Resource] The CareShare Playbook

SE Health

CareShare Playbook, a comprehensive guide designed to help organizations implement and scale community-driven caregiver respite programs.

[Recording] Leveraging Partnerships and Networks in Social Prescribing

United Way British Columbia

United Way BC and the Canadian Alliance for Social Connection and Health are thrilled to introduce "Conversations on Social Prescribing," a four-part webinar series dedicated to advancing Social Prescribing in British Columbia. Designed for community-based seniors’ services, healthcare professiona

[Podcast] Dementia Dialogue

Dementia Dialogue

Our podcast often features people living with dementia, their care/life partners, and supporters sharing experiences. Through the interviews, guests demonstrate their capacity to live fully. Other episodes include conversations with researchers and advocates.

[Recording] Intergenerational Impact on Career Choices

Intergenerational Linkages CoP

How IG relationships influence and impact career choices. Looking at IG mentorship.

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