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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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Report: Development and Implementation of a Heat Alert and Response System in Rural British Columbia
Canadian Journal of Public Health
Developed from findings collected in 2018, this report supports the development and implementation of a Heat Alert and Response System. The resulting system is a sustainable public health intervention that utilizes existing assets, and has the potential to mitigate the negative health effects of ex
Leading & Learning WITH PRIDE: A Revitalized Tool Kit on Supporting 2SLGBTQI+ Seniors
The City of Toronto Seniors Services and Long-Term Care (SSLTC)
2SLGBTQI+ older adults face unique challenges as they age and often experience barriers to access across healthcare, long-term care, retirement, homecare, and social service environments. This toolkit includes guidance from working groups, insights from folks with lived expertise, and real-world ex
Webinar Recording: Healthy Public Policy: Equitable Extreme Heat Planning with Northern Health
BC Healthy Communities (BCHC)
In collaboration with partners in communities across the province, BC Healthy Communities (BCHC) is continuing its speaker series to bring fresh ideas for healthy public policy to local and Indigenous government leaders in B.C. Healthy public policy is a powerful tool for local governments to meanin
Healthy Aging Year in Review 2021-2022
United Way British Columbia
We are excited to share the 2021-22 Healthy Aging Year in Review which tells the story of another transformative year and how the Community-Based Seniors' Services (CBSS) sector continued to provide support for older adults in British Columbia to stay active, connected, and engaged.Â
As COVID-
Annual Report of the Office of the Seniors Advocate 2021/2022
Office of the Seniors Advocate British Columbia
The 2021/22 Annual Report covers the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic. Although our office continues to manage our day-to-day activities under the public health protocols, contact with the public and calls to our Information and Referral line continued to be higher than before the pandemic.
Thi
2022 Provincial Summit on Aging Summary Report
United Way British Columbia
From April 27-29, 2022, United Way British Columbia's (UWBC) Healthy Aging hosted the third biennial 2022 Provincial Summit on Aging (Summit) at the Executive Hotel Vancouver Airport in Richmond, B.C.
Driven by delegate interest via community and provincial consultations, previous 2017 and 2019 Su
Seniors’ Outdoor Activation Toolkit
8 80 Cities
The Seniors’ Outdoor Activation Toolkit tells the story of a partnership between WoodGreen Community Services, 8 80 Cities and over 100 seniors who saw the COVID-19 pandemic as an opportunity to flip the standard for seniors programming in parks and public spaces.
Before COVID-19, programming
Red Cross releases Emergency Preparedness for Older Adults Guide
Canadian Red Cross
Older adults consistently experience the highest level of impact during and after emergencies. Natural events, such flooding, ice storms, heat waves and other disasters can severely affect older adults as they are more likely to have issues with heating and air conditioning equipment, less optimal h
Charity Growth Academy by CanadaHelps
CanadaHelps
CanadaHelps is the most cost-effective online fundraising solution for your Charity. Create customized donation forms, host peer-to-peer fundraising events, offer multiple donation and payment options, and have access to donor information 24/7.
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