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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COURAGE: Action for Better Aging – Action Kits
COURAGE: Action for Better Aging
These Action Kits include tools and tips to take action, from messaging that can be shared on social media to advice on what to include in a letter to your local government representative.
Landlord's Guide to Utilities
Utilities Consumer Advocate
As a landlord, it is important to understand your rights and responsibilities regarding utilities. Use this guide to ensure you are well prepared!
Move-out Utility Guide for Tenants
Utilities Consumer Advocate
When moving out of a rental property, it’s important to make sure you have a plan to deal with your utilities. Use this guide to help you navigate the process.
Understanding Your Utility Bill
Utilities Consumer Advocate
Even if you have automatic withdrawals or e-bills, it is always a good idea to check your bill on a regular basis. If you sign a contract with a competitive retailer for electricity and natural gas, you'll receive a single administration fee each month as determined by the contract accepted.
Move-in Utility Guide for Tenants
Utilities Consumer Advocate
As a tenant, it's important to understand your rights and responsibilities regarding utilities. Use this guide to help ensure you are prepared!
Utility Guide for Tenants
Utilities Consumer Advocate
Use this guide to help better understand your rights and responsibilities for your utilities while moving.
Tips to Lower Your Utility Usage
Utilities Consumer Advocate
Consumers can save money on utility bills by reducing utility usage and choosing energy efficient appliances
Tips to Prevent Utility Disconnection
Utilities Consumer Advocate
Facing utility disconnection can be stressful. Use this tip sheet to help prevent utility disconnection and learn about the resources available.
[Resource] Recognizing and preventing elder abuse
McMaster University
Each year on June 15, World Elder Abuse Awareness Day shines a light on a serious, often hidden issue affecting older adults across the globe: elder abuse. It’s a difficult topic—but one we can’t ignore.
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