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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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Health Care Costs in Alberta: A Brief Overview
Sung Min Jo, Edmonton Social Planning Council
At the beginning of 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic—arguably the biggest public health crisis of our time—transformed the prospects of Alberta’s economic climate.
In response to these historic events, the government responded with surplus funding to meet public health mandates including mobilizin
New Interactive Resource for Older Adults Reducing the Risk of Social Isolation
McMaster Optimal Aging Portal
In 2017, Statistics Canada reported that 1 in 5 older adults are lonely, felt they lack company, felt abandoned or isolated.
By taking this short, interactive lesson, you will learn the answers to the following questions:
What are the risk factors for social isolation?
Are there specific groups
Reckoning with Slavery: Revisiting Management’s Uncomfortable Past
Caitlin Rosenthal, Nonprofit Quarterly
This article is, with publisher permission, adapted from a more extensive journal article, “Reckoning with Slavery: How Revisiting Management’s Uncomfortable Past Can Help Us Create Better Futures,” published earlier this year by the Academy of Management Learning & Education.
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Staying indoors: the long-term impact of lockdown on older adults’ health and wellbeing
Centre for Ageing Better
In this blog, Alison Giles, Associate Director for Healthy Ageing, discusses how the pandemic has increased the declines in physical activity that start to occur after age 50.
Back in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, as more and more people were being treated in intensive care and the death
What you need to know about prostate cancer and screening options
McMaster Optimal Aging Portal
In Canada, it is estimated that 1 in 9 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. Prostate cancer is the most diagnosed non-skin cancer and the third-leading cause of cancer-related death in men. September is Prostate Cancer Awareness month, a time to continue raising awareness an
Older LGBTQI women: facing barriers to accessing adequate care
McMaster Optimal Aging Portal
Do you identify as part of the LGBTQI community (lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex)? Are you worried about being prejudiced and discriminated against when seeking care? If so, you are not alone!
Studies show that older LGBTQI women experience more discrimination than men because they
Boost happiness and well-being in your golden years
News Canada
As we age, many of us realize that we may lose some strength and flexibility. But staying active and healthy as you get older can prevent this and is easier than you think. All it takes is keeping a few lifestyle and wellness tips in mind.
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Federal Election Voter Toolkit
CanAge
CanAge has created a handy downloadable you can use to make your voting experience as easy and safe as possible!
You’ll find answers to frequently asked questions, an explanation of all of the ways you can vote, and a step-by-step guide on how to find and engage with your local candidates.
Your
Supplementing our diets with supplements for heart health?
McMaster Optimal Aging Portal
We all want good heart health, a high functioning immune system, strong bones, glowing skin, and the list goes on. Consuming a well-balanced diet that’s rich in essential nutrients plays an important role in aging optimally. But with busy schedules, potential financial barriers, and competing heal
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