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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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[Report] The Caregiver Rx Initiative – Evidence and Implementation for Caregiver-Focused Social Prescribing
Canadian Institute for Social Prescribing (CISP)
This two-year pilot initiative assessed how social prescribing can be effectively integrated into caregiver support systems
[Report] Experiences of Older Women in Canada: Findings from the NIA’s 2025 Ageing in Canada Survey
National Institute on Ageing (NIA)
Older women in Canada are living longer than men, but many are ageing with greater financial insecurity, loneliness and exposure to ageism, according to a new report released today by the National Institute on Ageing (NIA) in partnership with the International Longevity Centre Canada (ILC Canada).Su
[Worksheet] Support for Grief and Loss
The Loss Foundation
Grief can affect every part of life – emotionally, physically, and socially.Whether your loss is recent or many years ago, having gentle structure can help you understand what you’re experiencing and feel less alone.The Loss Foundation offers a collection of free grief worksheets (PDF) to suppor
[Handbook] Bereavement Volunteer Handbook
Palliative Manitoba
This handbook was developed by the staff and volunteers working with Palliative Manitoba to guide volunteers working in bereavement care. Available in English as downloadable pdf file. If questions, contact info@palliativemanitoba.ca
[Videos] About Grief
My Grief Assistant
Here is a broad range of videos including personal stories of overcoming adversity, song clips and our own highlight 'Coping with your Grief'.VISIT WEBSITEVideo list:Coping with GriefWhat can I do to help someone I know who is grieving?Myths and truths about griefLet's talk about grief - explaining
[Factsheet] Grief: For Nurses
My Grief Assistant
Some ideas to help you give comfort and support in a hospital setting.
[Videos] LivingMyCulture.ca
Canadian Virtual Hospice
stories and wisdom about living with serious illness, end of life and grief to support others
[Resources] After a Death: Get support when someone dies
Province of British Columbia
When someone dies, you may need emotional, financial, cultural or legal support. This page helps you find services and plan your next steps.Use a journal to stay organized. You can also print the After a Death Checklist (PDF, 3.8MB). It lets you check off tasks and make notes. Many people find this
[Recording] Finding Your Way Through Caregiver Grief
Family Caregivers of BC
Grief is a complex and deeply personal experience for many family caregivers — both during the caregiving journey and after caregiving has ended.In this webinar, social worker Rebecca Pimienta explores the unique nature of caregiver grief and how it can evolve throughout the caregiving trajectory,
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