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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] Stop Falls - Staying Independent Checklist
Regional Geriatric Program of Eastern Ontario
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[Resource] How to Lower Your Fall Risk
Government of Canada
Falls can be a serious risk to your health and safety. Here are some tips on how to avoid falls:Stop and smell the roses: take your time, don't rush when walking or getting upKeep stairs and walkways free of clutter, ice or snowUse hand rails and grab bars to keep you steady on your feetBala
[Recorded Webinar] Exercise and Physical Activity to Reduce the Risk of Falls
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WEBINAR DESCRIPTION:This webinar will review the current evidence and provide some clinical pearls of wisdom on how exercise can help to reduce the risk of falls.Dr. Ziebart specializes in working with people with osteoporosis, so specific guidelines will be shared on how exercise can help to reduce
[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
[Video] Seniors Can Be Fraud-Fighting, Scam-Busting Superheroes, Too
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
Fraudsters often target the elderly population, hoping to get their hands on seniors' hard-earned money. This video shows senior citizens what to look out for so they won't become victims of frauds and scams. It also provides tips for loved ones to help keep their elderly family and friends safe fro
Government of Canada establishes Advisory Group to help Canadians living with rare diseases
Government of Canada- Health Canada
Government of Canada establishes Advisory Group to help Canadians living with rare diseases
Canadian Refugee Claimants Reveal the Lack of Access to Immigrant Social Services
Afros in the City
Refugee claimants are legally, financially and socially, one of the most unprotected classes in Canada. And while there are many immigrant services available, many would be surprised to find out that even immigrant services discriminate. Refugee claimants, or asylum seekers, do not have the same acc
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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