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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] Understanding grief: What older adults and families need to know
McMaster Optimal Aging Portal
Grief in later life is often layered—shaped by personal loss, changing roles, and sometimes the responsibility of supporting younger family members through loss as well. Older adults may be coping with the death of a partner, sibling, friend, or other loved one, while also helping children, grandc
[Video] Alcohol and aging: Understanding and recognizing at-risk drinking
McMaster Optimal Aging Portal
At-risk drinking is more prevalent among older adults than any other age group
[Report] Balancing Work and Care
Carers Canada and McMaster University
Experiences of Working Caregivers and Evidence Informing Caregiver Friendly Workplaces
[Recording] The Volunteer Management Lifecycle: Refresh or Reboot?
CharityVillage
Original Broadcast Date: February 6, 2025Summary: The volunteer management cycle is the best practice model for the lifecycle of volunteer engagement, and for many years has been the foundation of important best practices such as planning, screening, policy development and onboarding and offboardin
[Article] Step into spring: The simple power of walking outdoors
McMaster Optimal Aging Portal
Apr 21, 2026 - McMaster UniversityAs the days grow longer and the weather warms up, spring offers the perfect opportunity to step outside and get moving. One of the simplest and most effective ways to support your health is by going for a walk.Walking doesn’t require special equipment or a gym mem
[Recording] Fitness Reset: Why Movement Matters
McMaster University Continuing Education
Presented on: Thursday, January 29th 2026 at 7:00 PM ESTPhysical fitness often tops many New Year’s resolutions, and its benefits extend far beyond the body. Join Anjali Bedi, a PhD student and researcher in McMaster’s NeuroFit Lab, as she shares how physical fitness plays a powerful role in sup
[Recording] Recharge: The Health Benefits of Sleep
McMaster University Continuing Education
Presented on: Wednesday, January 28th 2026 at 7:00 PM ESTUnderstanding how and why we sleep is essential to maintaining both physical and mental well‑being. Drawing on insights from her McMaster Continuing Education courses, Understanding Sleep for Health and Wellness and Exploring Interventions f
[Recording] Caregiving in the Gay Community
McMaster University Continuing Education
with Special Guest, Playwright Brad Fraser
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