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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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Edmonton Queer History Project
Edmonton Queer History Project
Queer history is everywhere. Every place has a story to tell. Some stories are more visible and well known, while others have been hidden and kept silent due to fear, persecution, and prejudice. The Edmonton Queer History Project is designed to help tell our stories by documenting what queer life wa
RECORDING - Target Seniors Falls in the Community Series 2022
CORE Alberta
Through a two part series on May 11 & June 15, 2022, the CORE Falls Prevention Group explored a variety of community based strategies to reduce and prevent falls in older adults.
The goals for this series were:
To increase knowledge of community based falls prevention screening in older ad
RECORDING - CORE Target Seniors Falls Prevention Series, Session 2: Screening for Frailty and Falls in Community & Collaborative Community Falls Prevention Programs
CORE Alberta
You can access the recording HERE.
Please find the slide decks shared during the event attached.Â
The CORE Falls Prevention Group hosted the second session of their Target Seniors Falls Prevention Series on June 15, 2022 with a range of guest speakers! We first had a presentation that focuse
CharityVillage Connects: How Bill S-216 Could Transform the Canadian Nonprofit Sector Forever
CharityVillage
Bill S-216, otherwise known as the Effective and Accountable Charities Act, seeks to amend the Income Tax Act to empower charities by allowing them to more effectively collaborate with a wider range of organizations, including those without charitable status, which the Act refers to as “non-qualif
RECORDING - Healthy Aging Virtual Gathering 2022
Healthy Aging Alberta
You can access the recording HERE.
On June 14, 2022, Healthy Aging Alberta hosted a Virtual Regional Gathering garnering over 100 registrants from Community-Based Senior-Serving (CBSS) professionals and allied systems partners!Â
The Virtual Regional Gathering was an excellent opportunity for
Aging in Community: A Focus on Older LGBTQ2S+ Canadians
Diverse Experiences in Aging Research (DEAR) Collaborative
Progress in LGBTQ2S+ rights has not always ensured safe and inclusive services and environments for older LGBTQ2S+ individuals. While many North American communities are committed to becoming age-friendly, little work has been done to explore and promote both age- and LGBTQ2S+ friendly communities.
Supports for Older Veterans - Resources for CBSS Organizations
Ministry of Seniors and Housing
The Ministry of Seniors and Housing with the Government of Alberta has developed a fact sheet to highlight key programs and supports for older veterans. The resource is intended for seniors serving organizations who may be unfamiliar with resources specifically for veterans. This may be valuable whe
RECORDING - Grow the Conversation - Its Not Right for Neighbours, Friends & Families for Older Adults
CORE Alberta
You can access the recording HERE.
Please find the slide deck shared during the event attached.Â
On June 13, 2022, the CORE Elder Abuse Group presented on a conversational approach to address abuse and neglect of older adults called "It's Not Right for Neighbours, Friends and Families.
The ev
Engaging in Meaningful Activities Outside of Care Settings: What’s the Impact on People With Dementia?
McMaster Health Aging Portal
Models of care that aim to create positive and respectful environments that prioritize people’s interests, wishes, habits, and unique abilities have garnered a lot of support recently when it comes to caring for those with dementia and cognitive impairment. These strategies advocate for the partic
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