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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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Coming Out and Coming in to Living with Dementia: Enhancing Support for 2SLGBTQI People Living with Dementia and their Unpaid Carers
National Institute on Ageing, Egale
What are the unique experiences and needs of Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and intersex (2SLGBTQI) people living with dementia and those who care for them? In this report, Egale and NIA share the findings from their national qualitative research study that engaged 2SLGBTQI
Recognizing Declining Mental Health In Employees
Mental Health Commission of Canada
When an employee deviates from their typical attitude, behaviour, or performance, it may be a sign of declining mental health. Changes in mood or behaviour can be brushed aside if work performance is consistent, but it’s important to be mindful of all patterns of change. These changes can be as su
In the Midst of High Job Vacancies and Historically Low Unemployment, Canada Faces Record Retirements From an Aging Labour Force: Number of Seniors Aged 65 and Older Grows Six Times Faster Than Children 0-14
Statistics Canada
A person's age is closely related to the goods they consume and the services they need. For example, a young adult may be thinking about buying their first home or purchasing goods and services to meet the needs of their young family, such as daycare. An older, retired person may seek out other good
RECORDING: Intergenerational Friendships on Alberta at Noon
Alberta at Noon with Judy Aldous (CBC)
Just in time for Global Intergenerational Week 2022 (April 25 - May 1), Alberta at Noon with Judy Aldous (CBC) asked the question: Do you have a friend in your life who is significantly older or younger than you are? How has that friendship changed your life?Â
Listeners called in to share storie
RECORDING - Age-Friendly Housing Series Session 3: Characteristics of Age-Friendly Housing for Seniors
CORE Alberta
You can access the recording HERE.
Please find the slide deck shared during the event attached.Â
On April 27, 2022, the third session of the Age-Friendly Housing Series shared how the spaces people live in impact their independence, how accessible architecture can support aging in place, and
Palliative and End-of-Life Care
Government of Alberta
MyHealth.Alberta.ca/palliative-care was made by palliative and end-of-life care experts in Alberta. There are many websites with great information about this type of care in Alberta and they have brought it all together into one site, with an Alberta focus, just for you. They understand the chall
Advance Care Planning
Alberta Health Services
Advance care planning is how you plan and document your wishes for the healthcare you want now and in the future. It’s for every adult, and it’s especially important for people with health issues.
AÂ way to help you think about, talk about and document wishes for health care in the event that
Forced to Do More With Less: The Impact of Inflation on Charities and Nonprofits
Inez Hillel, Vivic Research
The erosion of money’s purchasing power caused by the high inflation we are experiencing today has many impacts on charities and nonprofits, some of which are unique to their sector. The latest survey of consumer expectations from the Bank of Canada finds that among the Canadians surveyed, 57% r
Health Link 811
Alberta Health Services
A telephone service, which provides free 24/7 nurse advice and general health information for Albertans.
Health Link provides a number of clinical services including tele-triage and health advice, navigation services and online content support for all Albertans by calling 811.
The specific service
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