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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.
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[Recording] Intersectoral Engagement in Health Emergency Management for Older Adults with Complex Care Needs in the Community: From Research to Practice
United Way BC
Drawing on case studies of Chilliwack and New Westminster emergency events in 2021, research findings will be presented on promising practices for intersectoral engagement and collaboration. This study was conducted by researchers and practitioners at Fraser Health, Simon Fraser University and Unite
[Video] Why does heat get harder as we age?
McMaster Optimal Aging Portal
Summer heat can affect older adults differently. As we age, the natural cooling systems our bodies rely on become less efficient, making us more susceptible to heat-related illnesses like heat exhaustion and heat stroke. In the video, bottom of page, family physician Dr. Erin Gallagher explains what
[Resource Hub] Canadian Emergency Response Psychosocial Support Network (CanEMERG)
Canadian Emergency Response Psychosocial Support Network
connect you with mental health resources from coast to coast to coast
[Policy Paper] Strengthening Canada’s Health Care & Social Service Response to Social Isolation and Loneliness in Older Adults
Canadian Coalition for Seniors' Mental Health (CCSMH)
Current state, desired future, and the road ahead
[Video] Shedicine: Helping Senior Men Stay Healthy and Live Longer
CIHICanada
There are some 3.8 million men across Canada who are 65 and older- with studies showing once they leave the workforce they lose connections, friendships, and purpose. Loneliness in this group boosts the risk of heart disease, depression, dementia and even suicide. So how do you help keep this large
[Article] When confusion strikes quickly: Recognizing and preventing delirium
McMaster Optimal Aging Portal
Originally published: Mar 11, 2026Delirium is a sudden, confused state of mind. Up to 3 out of 4 older people can experience delirium after surgery or a serious illness. It can happen in any setting, but is common for people to develop delirium in intensive care units, palliative care, or long-term
[Report] Building health literacy for age-friendly health care in rural areas
John Richards Centre for Rural Ageing Research, La Trobe University
Executive SummarySupporting healthy ageing is crucial for small rural communities. The Indigo 4Ms in the Community project aimed to raise awareness of the Indigo 4Ms tool for healthy ageing and to bring older people and local community organisations together to develop resources and strategies for i
[Guide] Age-friendly Built Environment Quick Guides
Centre for Ageing Better
This collection of quick guides offers a simple yet comprehensive overview of the key design considerations for ensuring age-friendliness across a range of spaces and amenities.An accessible and welcoming public realm is a fundamental aspect of communities that enable people to age well. From your l
[Report] Caring in Canada 2026
Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence
In-depth analysis of the survey results collected in the 2025 National Caregiving Survey
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