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.
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[Webinar Deck] Digital Learning in 2024: Where we have been, where we are going
Nicole Perry & Dr. Raza Mirza
The slide deck covers digital learning for older adults in 2024, focusing on challenges like the digital divide and best practices for teaching digital literacy. It highlights key resources, recent data, and the importance of ongoing support through community programs and tech resource libraries.
[Resource] BC's Age Forward Strategy
British Columbia Ministry of Health
What does an Age-Forward Strategy look like and how can we learn from BC's work to create Age-Forward Alberta Strategies? Click HERE to Read the ReportIn 2024, the Ministry of Health released Age Forward: BC’s 50+ Health Strategy and 3-year Action Plan (PDF, 6.1MB), a targeted and proactive appr
[Recorded Webinar] Alberta Age-Friendly CoP Diverse Seniors Webinar Series- Immigrant and Refugee Seniors
Age Friendly CoP- and ISSC groups
Alberta Age-Friendly Communities for Immigrant and Refugee Seniors
[Recorded Webinar] Fire Prevention Week - Fire and Life Safety for Seniors
Government of Alberta - Seniors Division, SCSS
fire and life safety tailored specifically for older adults, seniors, caregivers, and those who work with these populations.
[Research Report] How “basic” is basic digital literacy for older adults? Insights from digital skills instructors
Anina Vercruyssen
This study highlights the difficulties older adults face with digital literacy, noting that current frameworks set expectations too high. It emphasizes the importance of offering more tailored and accessible instruction for older people. Read the full report here: Frontiers | How “basic” is basi
[Research Report] Older adults’ experiences with using information and communication technology and tech support services in New York City: findings and recommendations for post-pandemic digital pedagogy for older adults
Ruth Finkelstein
This article examines older adults' experiences with information and communication technology in New York City, focusing on their interactions with tech support services. It highlights challenges faced during the pandemic and emphasizes the need for tailored digital pedagogy.Read the full report her
[Research Report] The Relevance of Online Social Relationships Among the Elderly: How Using the Web Could Enhance Quality of Life?
Martina Benvenuti
This study explores how internet use impacts older adults' well-being, focusing on self-esteem, life satisfaction, and social support.Read the full study here: Frontiers | The Relevance of Online Social Relationships Among the Elderly: How Using the Web Could Enhance Quality of Life? (frontiersin.or
[Article] Embracing digital spaces: How older immigrants are navigating the infodemic
Natalia Balyasnikova
Older immigrants face unique challenges in navigating digital spaces, such as language barriers and social isolation. The article advocates for peer-driven digital literacy programs to help older immigrants navigate the online world, empowering them to critically evaluate information and share know
[Article] Ageism in the Media: An Insider’s Perspective
Richard Eisenberg
This article explores ageism in media from an insider's perspective, revealing how harmful stereotypes shape public views and policies about aging. It emphasizes the need for genuine representation and diverse storytelling to accurately reflect older adults' experiences. By engaging with older indiv
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