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Healthy Aging CORE Alberta

The knowledge hub connecting organizations that support and advance independent living for older Albertans. This Healthy Aging CORE Alberta site is an initiative run by Healthy Aging Alberta.

Are you an older Albertan looking for information or assistance? Visit the 211 helpline at www.ab.211.ca

Recent News

[News] A new tool could help predict death sooner and improve care for the dying

A new tool could help predict death sooner and improve care for the dying

[News] Year in Review: Veiner Centre focused on reducing social isolation while increasing senior food security

Year in Review: Veiner Centre focused on reducing social isolation while increasing senior food security

[News] Ward off loneliness by strengthening social connections

Ward off loneliness by strengthening social connections

Upcoming Trainings & Events

Webinars, workshops, conferences, symposia, and other training and events relevant to healthy aging are listed by date and also indicated on a monthly calendar. Training modules and curricula, archived webinars, and other training resources are also available in the Resources section.

Resources

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.

[Webinar Recording] New CCSMH Guidelines on Social Isolation and Loneliness in Older Adults

CCSHM/Healthy Aging CORE

The Canadian Coalition for Seniors’ Mental Health (CCSHM) will be launching the first-ever Canadian clinical guidelines for health care and social service professionals to support them in their vital professional roles working with older patients and clients. Dr. David Conn, Co-Chair of CCSMH alon

[Resource] Intergenerational Program Guidelines

Rachelle Patille

Some resources from BC about creating Intergenerational ProgrammingDownload the PDF's below

[Toolkit] Cannabis and Older Adults Toolkit

CCSMH

Click HERE to access the toolkit

Groups

Groups are where CORE participants can share information and stories, ask questions, learn, and collaborate. Open discussion groups can be accessed by any member of CORE; closed groups are available by invitation only.

Programs and Initiatives

Programs and Initiatives profiled on Healthy Aging CORE provide examples of the important work being done by local, provincial, and national organizations and the value of these programs and initiatives in promoting health and well-being and fostering resilience for older adults seniors.

About Us

Healthy Aging CORE (Collaborative Online Resources and Education) is a platform to connect local, regional, provincial, and national non-profit, government, and academic organizations and coalitions that focus on programs, services, policies, practices, and research aimed at supporting older Albertans to age in place in their homes and communities.

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