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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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Virtual theatre performance: Same Old Same Old - June 8-13, 2021
Belfry Theatre
Two Belfry favourites return with a brand-new collaboration. Actor Jan Wood, (Mrs. Fezziwig in our production of A Christmas Carol) and James Fagan Tait (director and co-writer of 21 Ways to Make the World Last Longer) team up to write and star in this charming new play. Steadily approaching â
Tableau Maps of those 65+ in SSSC zones : Vancouver/Victoria, Province of BC
United Way Healthy Aging, UBC Housing Research Collaborative
These tableau maps, created by United Way Healthy Aging and developed by UBC Housing Research Collaborative, present the populations of those 65+ in the catchment areas for the 24 SSSC (Safe Seniors Strong Communities) Response Hubs in the province.
Click here for the full map for the province o
Risk & Vulnerability Map: COVID-19 Risks in British Columbiaâs Neighbourhoods
The risk of contracting coronavirus varies between people and places, which makes some British Columbians more likely to develop COVID-19 than others. By scrolling through the maps on this page, you can see how our research team based at Simon Fraser University has been exploring these issues of in
Report: Social Services Labour Market Research Project
The community social services sector provides the majority of social care available in BC. Community social services touch the lives of every person in this province, from infants to older adults. They include things like supports for people with disabilities, employment programs, supports for those
Canada Carer Well-Being Index: Who Cares for Carers? Perspectives on COVID-19 Pressures and Lack of Support
Embracing Carers, EMD Serono
The Carer Well-Being Index is a global research study commissioned by Embracing Carers and fielded in partnership with an independent, third-party market research provider and non-governmental organizations across 12 countries: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Au
Decade of Healthy Aging Baseline Report
World Health Organization
The Baseline Report for the Decade of Healthy Ageing 2021â2030 addresses five issues:
Introduces Healthy Ageing, the Decadeâs actions and enablers, and a pathway to accelerate impact by 2030.
Where are we in 2020? The report provides a first-time baseline for healthy ageing worldwi
Social Isolation And Technology: How Technology Can Be Used To Reduce Social Isolation Among Older Adults In British Columbia
Karina Alibhai
The social integration and participation of older citizens in society are indicators of productive and healthy aging. It is widely accepted that social, intergenerational support has a strong effect on health, societal productivity, the economy, and growth of social capital. This paper examines vari
CORE Canada Launch Impact Video - April 2021
United Way Healthy Aging
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There are thousands of large and small organizations throughout the country working to support older Canadians to remain at home, in community as they age. This video, prepared for and previewed at the CORE Canada launch, shows just a few stories of their impact.
Kamloops Adult Learners Society (KALS)
âKamloops and area adults enjoying diverse lifelong learning is our mission.â Research shows that participation in continuous learning adds to quality of life, supports good health in mind, body and spirit and provides a forum for sharing knowledge and ideas. Experts from all aspects of life vol
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