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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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21 Days and 21 Stories of Inspiration and Innovation
Aging 2.0
In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic hit the older adult population the hardest, not only from a risk and mortality perspective, but also in the way it exacerbated isolation and loneliness due to social distancing. As 2021 begins, we are kicking off the year by highlighting inspiring stories of impact and
Social Determinants of Health: The Canadian Facts
National Collaborating Centre for Determinants of Health
This resource is available in English only.
Social determinants of health: The Canadian facts (second edition)* was written to spark research, advocacy, debate and meaningful action on the social and economic factors that shape the health of Canadians.
Stress and the social determinants of health
December 10, 2020: Alberta Seniors and Housing Telephone Town Hall - Information Sheet
Government of Alberta
On December 10, 2020, the Ministry of Seniors and Housing invited community-based seniors serving organizations and their allied partners to a telephone town hall with Honourable Josephine Pon, Minister of Seniors and Housing; Dr. Marcia Johnson, Deputy Chief Medical Officer of Health; and guest
Alberta Indigenous Virtual Care Clinic
Government of Canada - Indigenous Services Canada
Alberta Indigenous Virtual Care Clinic celebrates the successful launch of their new service
News release
December 11, 2020 — Edmonton, Treaty 6 Territory, Alberta — Indigenous Services Canada
COVID-19 is impacting all aspects of our lives, from working from home to seeking medical help when
Increasing Public Participation and Influence in Local Decision-Making
Baxter, Barnes, Lee, Mead and Clowes
This research is a mix-method systematic review that explores creating conditions for people to exert influence and control, expand public participation, and how this can lead to addressing health inequities. Areas to prioritise for action within local governance systems include:Â supporting communi
The Effectiveness of Community-Based Social Innovations for Healthy Aging in Middle-and High-Income Countries
Ioana Ghiga, Emma Pitchforth, Louise Leptit, Celine Miani, Gemma-Clare Ali and Catherine Meads
This research article is a systematic review of community-based social innovations (CBSIs) and how CBSIs can help address the complex needs of ageing populations globally. The aim of this research was to assess evidence for the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of CBSIs involving in such contexts
Frequently asked questions: Vaccinations
Canadian Frailty Netowork
Vaccinations are an important way to AVOID frailty by building up your body’s resistance to infectious diseases. Vaccination against the flu is especially important during COVID-19. Read more below for frequently asked questions about vaccinations or visit the Canadian Frailty Network (CFN) websit
Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy (CERS)
Government of Canada
Canadian businesses, non-profit organizations, or charities who have seen a drop in revenue due to the COVID-19 pandemic may be eligible for a subsidy to cover part of their commercial rent or property expenses, starting on September 27, 2020, until June 2021.
This subsidy will provide pay
Alberta Health Services (AHS): Help in Tough Times
Alberta Health Services (AHS)
At some point in our lives we all have stressful times. We can be impacted by such things as financial pressures, unexpected difficulties, unemployment, or stressful situations such as the current COVID-19 pandemic.
Alberta Health Services (AHS) consolidated the mental health supports that are ava
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