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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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Government of Alberta Budget 2022 Analysis
Calgary Chamber of Voluntary Organizations
In this analysis, Calgary Chamber of Voluntary Organizations provides an in-depth review of Budget 2022-23 in Alberta, which was tabled on February 24, 2022 under the theme of "moving forward."
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Report on the Charities Program 2020 to 2021
Government of Canada
Canada’s charitable sector is passionate, diverse, and dynamic, offering essential services in the face of change and challenges. The Charities Directorate recognizes the value of the sector’s contributions to Canadian society and aims to support charities while protecting the sector and the pub
The New Canadians Health Centre aims to help refugees thrive
University of Alberta
The Refugee Health Coalition was formed to advocate for the establishment of the centre after a previous clinic was closed in 2017, leaving Edmonton as the only major city in Canada without a dedicated refugee health service, Caine said. Led previously by Velasquez and Caine, the coalition also incl
Can past traumas hinder the ability to age in place?
McMaster Optimal Aging Portal
"Aging in place" is the preference of most people because they want to maintain the comfort of their home, and stay in their community. But the decision to age in place or to move is not so simple.
A systematic review looked at the factors influencing the housing decision-making of frail older adul
Harnessing the Power of Age Diversity
Harvard Business Review
Are tensions between different generations escalating? In organizations, lack of trust between older and younger workers often yields a culture of competition and resentment that leads to real productivity losses. But when age-diverse teams are managed well, members can share a wide array of skills,
RECORDING - CORE Frailty Series Session 5: More Connection, Better Health - Addressing Emotional Frailty through Intergenerational Programming
CORE Alberta
You can access the recording HERE.
Please find the slide deck shared during the event attached.Â
The CORE Intergenerational Linkages Community of Practice hosted a session on March 8, 2022, where three guest speakers spoke about the value of intergenerational friendships, and why intergenerati
When you’ve gotta go … you may need help
University of Alberta
About half of Canadian adults report bladder symptoms such as incontinence, and these become more common with aging.
For frail people in long-term care settings, the rate is as high as 80 per cent, especially for those living with dementia. There are a few ways that people can experience symptoms w
Celebrate Women by Creating a Workplace Where Women Thrive: An International Women’s Day Special Article
Darcy Michaud, Charity Village
Gender inequities continue to be problematic for women in their career progression, affecting a host of issues including denied opportunities and recognition and the lack of career advancement. Since gender equality is still not reflected in representation, pay, and job roles, there is much work to
Perceived Community Age-friendliness is Associated With Quality of Life Among Older Adults
Nadia Mullen, Arne Stinchcombe, Charles Seguin, Shawn Marshall, Gary Naglie, Mark J. Rapoport, Holly Tuokko, Michel BĂ©dard
Abstract:
We examined the positive association between perceived community age-friendliness and self-reported quality of life for older adults. A total of 171 participants, aged 77–96 years, completed a mail-in questionnaire package that included measures of health (SF-36 Physical), social partic
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