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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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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
The default nonprofit board model is archaic and toxic; let’s try some new models
Vu, Nonprofit AF
Nonprofits have been in denial about the destructiveness of the sector’s default board model. Over the years, nonprofits have developed a learned helplessness, thinking that this model is the only one there is. So nonprofits put up with it, grumbling to colleagues and working to mitigate challe
The vulnerability of Canadians with disabilities during the COVID-19 pandemic
Statistics Canada
While the COVID-19Â pandemic has affected the lives of all Canadians, the Public Health Agency of Canada has identified that certain populations are at an increased risk of infection and of being affected by isolation measures. Canadians with disabilities may be disproportionately impacted as they m
Example handout for seniors: Staying safe during Alberta's Relaunch
Edmonton Seniors Coordinating Council
Staying Safe During Alberta's Relaunch: What You Need to Know
As part of their coordinated pandemic effort, the Edmonton Seniors Coordinating Council assisted the food and transportation task group to prepare the attached document to hand out to seniors (with the kits they are distributing). I
Hope in a Time of Pandemic
Association for Canadian Studies
In June 2020, as we entered the third month of lockdown, the world was struggling to come to grips with being plunged into a global pandemic. With regular reports of suffering and death and daily life at a standstill, fear and uncertainty became familiar emotions. Humankind faced a growing sense of
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