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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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[Resource] Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation
The US Surgeon General Advisory
Loneliness is far more than just a bad feeling—it harms both individual and societal health. It is associated with a greater risk of cardiovascular disease, dementia, stroke, depression, anxiety, and premature death. The mortality impact of being socially disconnected is similar to that caused by
[Resource] Neighbourhood Toolkit - Ideas, strategies and resources to strengthen seniors’ social connection in neighbourhoods
Government of Canada
This toolkit brings together ideas, strategies and resources to strengthen social connections among seniors and others in their neighbourhoods. It will be useful to local community interest groups including neighbourhood associations, seniors’ organizations, community services, faith-based groups,
Older adults and social prescribing experience, outcomes, and processes: a meta-aggregation systematic review
Grover S., Sandhu P., Nijjar G. et al.
Attached is a systematic review of older adults' and providers' experiences with social prescribing, aiming to guide future research, practice, and policy. The synthesis emphasizes the need for person-centered approaches, the importance of relationships between link workers and older adults, and the
Survey Results: National Caregiving Survey – Summary of findings
Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence
To better understand the current experiences of caregivers and care providers across Canada, the Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence worked with Leger Communications to develop and deliver a pan-Canadian survey.
Report: Understanding the Factors Driving the Epidemic of Social Isolation and Loneliness among Older Canadians
National Institute on Ageing
Social isolation and loneliness are becoming increasingly recognized as significant public health concerns, particularly for older individuals, across Canada and around the world. Download the report online.
[Resource] Stop Falls - Staying Independent Checklist
Regional Geriatric Program of Eastern Ontario
Click HERE to access this resource
[Resource] The Swedish AgeTech Market Report 2023
Aging 2.0
As Sweden's aging population continues to grow, the demand for innovative solutions supporting the elderly and caregivers is at an all-time high. Learn about the pressing need for personalized tools that enhance independence, improve quality of life, and ensure safety and well-being for care recipie
Podcast: Age-Friendly Technologies
Coming of Age: Meeting the needs of our aging population
Click HERE to listen to this podcastAs the first of the Baby Boomers soon turn 80, how can technology enhance their lives and help them stay home? Finding the right tools, that make life simpler and easier, is key.In this episode, Donna Duncan is joined by Mike Agerbo, a digital living expert and f
Guide: Let's Talk: Language of Health Equity
National Collaborating Centre for Determinants of Health (NCCDH)
This installment of the Let’s Talk series supports intentional reflection on the language used to describe equity and people who live with inequities.
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