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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Accessible University
Accessible Housing
Accessibility is a measure of how simply a person can participate in an activity. It takes many forms in many places, including physical environments, transportation and even web and digital environments. A concept known as universal design refers to a form of design for use by anyone, regardless of
NEW 211 Alberta Contact Dashboard
211 Alberta - Distress Centre
211 Alberta has created two data dashboards, now available at www.ab.211.ca! You can now explore the overall 211 contacts in addition to COVID-19 related contacts. Both dashboards include data from contacts to 211 via:Â
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Changing Our Narrative about Narrative: The Infrastructure Required for Building Narrative Power
Rashad Robinson, Nonprofit Quarterly
Editors’ note: This article from the summer 2020 edition of the Nonprofit Quarterly was originally published by the Othering & Belonging Institute at UC Berkeley, on April 18, 2018, as part of its Blueprint for Belonging project. It later appeared in the Quarterly’s winter 2018 edition,
Fresh Routes
Fresh Routes
Fresh Routes is a not-for-profit social enterprise that is focused on creating new, innovative ways of providing healthy and affordable food to as many Canadians as possible — especially those who need it most.
Our Mobile Grocery Stores bring healthy, fresh, and affordable food into neighbourhoo
INFOGRAPHICS: Older People & COVID-19
World Health Organization
The World Health Organization, together with its partners, is providing guidance and advice during the COVID-19 pandemic for older people and their households, health- and social care workers, local authorities, and community groups.
COVID-19: Resources for seniors and their caregivers
Government of Canada
While COVID-19 can make anyone sick, older Canadians are at a higher risk of developing serious complications. The Government of Canada has shared resources to learn how to prevent COVID-19 and tips on taking care of the physical and mental health of older adults.
REPORT: COVID-19 effects on the mental health of vulnerable populations
Canadian Mental Health Association
The Canadian Mental Health Association, in partnership with researchers from the University of British Columbia, released results from a new nationwide survey on the mental health impacts of COVID-19. The report found that the pandemic has caused intense stress and disruption for all people in Cana
How to start and maintain a garden: A guide for community groups in Alberta
Alberta Health Services
This guide provides detailed information and step-by-step instructions on how to create a community garden as well as practical considerations along the way! The handbook emphasizes an inclusive approach to engage and involve community members.
A Guide for Creating Dementia Friendly Communities in Alberta
The Brenda Strafford Foundation
A Dementia Friendly Community provides community-based support and services through local action for those living with, or affected by, dementia. A Dementia Friendly Community can be determined by both the social environment and the physical environment of the community.
The main goals of a Dementi
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