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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Blog Post: The LGBT+ Community Should Not Be Left to Fend For Itself as It Grows Older
Centre for Ageing Better (UK)
The fact that the latest census results show a rapid increase in diversity of sexual orientation among older people in this country is a reason to celebrate this Pride month
Podcast: Governance & Trust
Imagine Canada
Governance & trust, with Yves SavoieThe last few years have seen some media reports that have called our sector’s governance into question - whether justified or not. A few organizations have been under scrutiny for their governance practices - WE Charity is an example, Hockey Canada another,
Blog Post: Driven by Compassion: The Essential Value of Mobility and Volunteerism Among Older Adults
Edmonton Seniors Coordinating Council
Many older adults in Alberta play an invaluable role as volunteers, contributing significantly to their communities, oftentimes through organizations like Drive Happiness, which serve other older adults.
Report: Influence, Affluence & Opportunity: Donor-advised Funds in Canada
KCI and the CAGP Foundation
KCI and the CAGP Foundation have partnered together on this research initiative to add to the growing body of knowledge about DAFs in Canada and help strengthen relationships and understanding between donors, DAF organizations, and operating charities to continue to strengthen communities across Canada.
Booklet: Indigenous Peoples and Communities in Alberta
Alberta Health Services
This booklet provides a quick look at the Indigenous cultures and communities in Alberta.Long before Alberta became a province, Indigenous Peoples inhabited this land, speaking distinct languages, creating complex governments, social and economic systems, and moving with the ebb and flow of the natu
Podcast: Mind the Disruption
National Collaborating Centre for Determinants of Health (NCCDH)
Mind the disruption is a podcast about people who refuse to accept things as they are. It’s about people pushing for better health for all. It’s about people like us who have a deep desire to build a healthier world.On Mind the Disruption, the NCCDH podcast, you’ll hear the stories of people w
Guidebook: Continuing Care in Indigenous Communities
Alberta Health Services
In a spirit of partnership and mutual respect, Alberta Health Services (AHS) is committed to MĂ©tis and First Nations communities in supporting the development of continuing care services that meet their unique needs. This work was undertaken with recognition of the guiding principles and values of
Paper: An Introduction to the Health of Two-Spirit People: Historical, Contemporary and Emergent Issues
National Collaborating Centre for Indigenous Health (NCCIH)
Intended as an introductory paper for health practitioners, Indigenous community members and researchers working in areas of Indigenous health, gender and sexuality, Hunt concludes with a listing of additional sources of information on Two-Spirit people and health, including educational resources, books and journals.
AudioGeris
GeriActors
AudioGeris is a collection of audio plays by GeriActors & Friends.While Covid-19 presented many challenges, it also inspired new ways of sharing stories and connecting with audiences.In March 2020, our performance company, GeriActors & Friends, moved to virtual rehearsals, and in 2021 we pr
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