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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: Out-of-Pocket Costs for Rural Residents When Traveling for Health Care

Jude Kornelsen, Centre for Rural Health Research

In collaboration with four rural community members ("patient partners") the authors designed and administered a survey for rural BC patients on their out-of-pocket costs when traveling outside of their home community for health care. They survey was completed by 381 rural patients from across BC bet

United Way of the Lower Mainland 2019/2020 Annual Report

United Way of the Lower Mainland

This 2019-20 annual report provides an overview of some of the initiatives that took place this year through the United Way of the Lower Mainland, including adaptations to existing programs as a result of COVID-19 and the launching of several new programs to respond to the urgent needs of their comm

Toolkit: Social isolation of seniors - A focus on LGBTQ seniors in Canada

Government Of Canada

This Toolkit is a resource to help organizations and service providers adopt approaches to help lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) seniors strengthen human connections. Social isolation is a silent reality experienced by many seniors, particularly LGBTQ seniors. It is hoped that

#Agequality: Images and stories breaking down stereotypes during COVID-19

International Federation on Aging

In the unprecedented times of COVID-19, agism in a variety of forms has become a matter of life and death. The International Federation on Aging is collecting images and stories aimed to break down stereotypes of older people by showing their resilience, strength, and tenacity throughout COVID-19

PlanH Active Communities Tool

Plan H

This tool is a conversation starter for local government staff looking for efficient and clear processes to successfully implement healthy community policies. Use it to help guide decision-making as you work towards a healthier community for all. Active living can have broad community benefits, inc

BC Rural and First Nations Health and Wellness Summit

Rural Coordination Centre of BC

Video Recordings from the 2020 BC Rural and First Nations Health and Wellness Summit

Webinars: Rethinking Your Strategy Series - Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3

UWLM, DIA

Rethinking Your Strategy was a 3-part series hosted by the United Way of the Lower Mainland with Dialogues In Action (DIA). A description of the series and more information on each session can be found in the attached Series Description below. Session 1 – June 25, 2020. The Opportunity of a Crisi

Tips: Avoid Frailty

Canadian Frailty Network

The Canadian Frailty Network has developed these resources as part of their Avoid Frailty campaign - 2 informative brochures and a shopping list to help choose foods high in nutrition and low in calories. See attached PDF. For more information, see the Avoid Frailty website.

Recorded Webinar: Enhancing Cultural Competency for Community Organizations

Intercultural Working Group

On July 7, 2020, the Intercultural Working Group (under the CBSS Leadership Council hosted by the United Way of Lower Mainland) hosted this webinar to give an overview of the Intercultural Working group mandate and current work and to introduce the new Multicultural Supports for Older Adults group

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