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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] Introduction to Extreme Clutter
United Way BC
Webinar recording date: April 27, 2026Clutter is formally defined as “a large group of usually unrelated or marginally related objects piled together in a disorganized fashion in spaces designed for other purposes (e.g. tabletops, floor, hallway).” This webinar presentation from BC Association o
[Recorded Webinar] Learning from Fort McMurray Emergency Evacuation
CORE Emergency and Disaster Preparation Group
how we can support older adults in their community during wildfire season and discussing recovery and re-entry after disaster.
[Recorded CoP Gathering] Celebrate Global Intergenerational Week Together - Save the Planet
CORE Intergenerational CoP
Let's celebrate together with Global Intergenerational Week!
[Recording] Building Sustainable Age-friendly Communities through Partnerships and Community Connection
BC Healthy Communities Society
When the grant runs out, what comes next?
[Self-paced Learning] Digital Literacy Skills
ABC Connect for Learning
ABC Life Literacy Canada is a national charitable organization that champions literacy by empowering adult learners, raising awareness, and supporting the adult learning sector. We envision a Canada where everyone has the skills and opportunities to fully participate in learning, life, and work.Impr
[Handout] What items go into a cooling kit?
United Way BC
Extreme heat is when temperatures are well above seasonal averages and over 31 degrees Celsius can be dangerous for our health. Consider these items to put together your own “Cooling Kit”.
[Recording] The Real Risks of Retirement – and How the Cost of Ageing Calculator Can Help
National Institute on Ageing (NIA)
Canadians are living longer than ever before, and retirement costs can change significantly over time. At the same time, the costs of later life — especially care and support — are increasingly falling on individuals and families.Without a clear picture of these costs, how can anyone know if the
[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
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