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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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[Webinar] Connecting People & Community- May Monthly Partners Meetings
Connecting People & Community for Living Well Group
Arlene Huhn from the Alzheimer’s Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories talked about the Alzheimers Society’s resources and sharing highlights from the 2nd Landmark report.
[Award Nomination] Peter Henderson Bryce Award
First Nations Child and Family Caring Society
This award honours the work of health professionals who have overcome personal and professional challenges and risks to stand up for the rights of First Nations, Métis and Inuit children.
Partnering for a Path Forward: Supporting Alberta's Family Caregivers to Thrive
CORE Alberta and the National Caregivers Month THRIVE Campaign team
a webinar to discuss impactful partnerships and resources in supporting family caregivers to thrive
[Resources] Spread the Word About Seniors' Week 2024 (Calgary)!
City of Calgary
JUNE 3 – 9, 2024Seniors’ WeekAging is more… ‘let’s enjoy the journey together’Recognized annually across Alberta, Seniors’ Week takes place June 3 - 9, 2024. It’s an opportunity to show appreciation for older adults and the many contributions they make to our communities through volu
[Webinar recording] Elder Abuse in Ethnic Diverse Communities, Learning & Development Opportunity
Alberta Elder Abuse Awareness Council and Healthy Aging Alberta
understanding the unique challenges faced by older adults experiencing abuse in ethnically diverse communities.
[Resource] Long-term care for older people: package for universal health coverage
Decade of Healthy Ageing
Click HERE to learn moreOverviewThe growing prevalence of morbidity and functional decline associated with global population ageing and gains in life expectancy have increased the demand for care and access to long-term care (LTC) to address the complex care needs of older people. This publication i
[Podcast] Women Confronting Ageism
BBC | The Conversation
Click HERE to listenElla Al-Shamahi meets two women tackling negative or ageist attitudes towards older people around the world.Alana Officer is leading the World Health Organization Decade of Ageing Well. With a background in podiatric medicine, exercise and public health she's worked on health, di
[Resource] Long-term care financing: lessons for low- and middle-income settings – Brief 6. Ensuring financial protection in long-term care
WHO
OverviewThe WHO Centre for Health Development (WHO Kobe Centre – WKC) has produced a series of research briefs on financing long-term care (LTC) which translate research evidence to guide policy-makers on designing and financing LTC in low- and middle-income countries. Brief 6 in the series, Finan
[Resource] Understanding Disability Inclusion and Ableism
JL Heinze | NSVRC
Click HERE to learn moreAccording to the CDC, “Disability inclusion means understanding the relationship between the way people function and how they participate in society, and making sure everybody has the same opportunities to participate in every aspect of life to the best of their abilities
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