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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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Aging in Alberta- Elections 2023 Resources
Healthy Aging Alberta
Toolkit for Advocating at the Alberta Election for the Community-Based Seniors Serving sector
RECORDING: Food Security - More Than Simply Access to Food
CORE Food Security Group
You can access the recording HERE.On April 11, 2023, the CORE Food Security Group, in collaboration with Alberta Health Services, hosted a conversation around food insecurity with three speakers who shared how addressing food insecurity is about more than simply food.Participants learned about: the
LGBTQ2S+ Resources | Alberta Health Services
Alberta Health Services
AHS strives to create an environment that highly values diversity and welcomes and respects people’s contributions. An environment where everyone, including patients, families, healthcare providers, physicians and volunteers feel safe, healthy and valued. Creating safer and more welcoming healthca
Inclusive Communities for LGBTQ2S+ Seniors
Government of Alberta
Seniors-serving organizations and businesses have many opportunities to recognize and meet the needs of all seniors, including those from LGBTQ2S+ communities. An organization or business is considered inclusive and affirming of LGBTQ2S+ seniors when those seniors:can access programs and services th
Report: Tackling Loneliness through the Built Environment
Campaign to End Loneliness
The design of our neighbourhoods can play an important role in tackling loneliness and helping people connect. Our report Tackling Loneliness through the built environment (2022) sets out why the built environment matters for loneliness, what features make a difference to our experience, and how t
Appropriate Prescribing and Medication Use for Older Albertans: Seeking Feedback and Ideas
Provincial Seniors Health and Continuing Care
Imagine taking a walk in the life of George. George is a 78-year-old man living in a supportive living facility. He takes 28 pills everyday but does not know what they are for. His daughter Laura is also struggling to find out why he needs these many medications. Gaining insights to these experience
Canada must have a more inclusive definition of homelessness for women and gender-diverse people
Canadian Centre for Housing Rights
Canada must have a more inclusive definition of homelessness for women and gender-diverse people
Building the Cybersecurity and Resilience of Canada’s Nonprofit Sector
Canadian Centre for Nonprofit Digital Resilience
The Canadian Centre for Nonprofit Digital Resilience convened a Working Group focused on Building the Cybersecurity and Resilience of Canada’s Nonprofit Sector. This document captures the knowledge and insights of the working group participants as well as the many sector stakeholders who offered
The Age of Rage: 2023 Environmental Scan
James Stauch, Institute for Community Prosperity
Commissioned by the Calgary Foundation, this seventh annual scan looks at a wide range of contemporary and emerging issues, locally, provincially, nationally, and beyond, adding context to current events, and illuminating undercurrents and ‘sleeper’ trends. In addition to regular updates on econ
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