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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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Article: Isolation, Loneliness, and COVID-19: Pandemic leads to sharp increase in mental health challenges, social woes
Angus Reid Institute
October 14, 2020 – As COVID-19 cases surge and public health officials plead with Canadians to stay home and minimize their contact with others whenever possible, a new study from the nonprofit Angus Reid Institute sheds light on the monumental shift in social behaviours in Canada this year and th
Rapid Action Resources for Local Governments: 2 - Working with NGOs, Faith-based and Cultural Groups, and the Charitable Food Sector
Plan H
Over the coming months, PlanH is releasing the series of Rapid Action Resources to support local non-Indigenous governments and Indigenous governments with an understanding of the equity considerations around various aspects of food security, as well as examples of good practices in food security fr
National Seniors Strategy 2020 (Third Edition)
National Institute on Aging
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of National Seniors Day, Ryerson University's National Institute on Ageing released the Third Edition on their National Seniors Strategy. The National Institute on Ageing is a Ryerson University think tank focused on the realities of Canada’s ageing population.
Safe Restart Agreement: Canada and British Columbia
Government of Canada
On Sept 16, 2020, the Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, shared the details of the investments that will be made through the Safe Restart Agreement. Through the Agreement, reached earlier this summer, the Government of Canada announced over $19 billion in federal funding to help provinces and territori
Dementia-Friendly Communities: Jim's Story
Alzheimer Society of British Columbia
Alzheimer’s Advocate Jim Mann, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2007, shares his story in a new video called “Jim’s Story” about Dementia-Friendly Communities. Developed in partnership by the Alzheimer Society B.C. and the City of Vancouver, the video covers Jim’s experience
Scams and Frauds: How to protect yourself - RCMP, Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre
RCMP, Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre
The RCMP and CAFC are receiving many reports of criminals trying to profit from the COVID-19 pandemic - they urge Canadians to watch out for frauds and scams. These two organizations and have developed resources which contain information, common examples and scams, and ways to protect yourself/ what
Reading2Connect: Reading program for people with dementia (USA)
Reading2Connect
Reading2Connect's specially designed books break through the barriers to reading, sparking older adults' abilities to reflect, remember, learn, and to express themselves... to wander out of their body space. Their integrated program, which includes adapted books and training, enables adults livin
Healthy Aging CORE: Mobilizing knowledge and supporting connections for BC's CBSS Sector
Healthy Aging by United Way
On Sept 16, 2020, this webinar was hosted by the Healthy Aging CORE team to provide an overview of CORE, a walk through of the website and its main features, and discuss ways to meaningfully participate in groups and discussions.Â
Healthy Aging CORE (Collaborative Online Resources & Educati
Embracing Diversity: A Toolkit for Supporting Inclusion in Long-Term Care Homes
Ontario CLRI's Supporting Diversity and Inclusion in LTC Advisory Group
The Embracing Diversity: A Toolkit for Supporting Inclusion in Long-Term Care Homes is an interactive resource with print and online components that gives LTC homes practical steps to nurture diverse and welcoming communities.
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