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The Mental Health Experiences of Older People During the Pandemic
Mental Health Foundation, Independent Age
Older people’s mental health needs are often overlooked or dismissed as "part of getting older" but poor mental health in later life is not inevitable. The problems around older people’s mental health have remained or gotten worse since the start of COVID-19 pandemic.
In this new joint report f
Understanding Systems: The 2021 report of the National Advisory Council on Poverty
Employment and Social Development Canada
In our first annual report, the National Advisory Council on Poverty provided a broad understanding of poverty in Canada. We also reported on progress made toward the Government’s poverty reduction targets and made a number of recommendations to the Government of Canada. This year, in addition to
Rethinking the Urban Physical Environment for Century-Long Lives: From Age-Friendly to Longevity-Ready Cities
Wang, C., Sierra Huertas, D., Rowe, J.W. et al.
Abstract:
In response to increasing life expectancies and urbanization, initiatives for age-friendly cities seek to facilitate active and healthy aging by strengthening supports and services for older people. While laudable, these efforts typically neglect early-life exposures that influence long-t
2021 Living Wage Report – Single Adults in Edmonton
Edmonton Social Planning Council
A living wage is rooted in the belief that individuals and families should not just survive, but live with dignity and opportunities to participate in their community. A living wage is defined as the hourly wage that a primary income earner must make to provide for themselves, their families, and re
COVID-19’s Impact on Long-Term Care
Canadian Institute for Health Information
Residents in Canada’s long-term care (LTC) homes have been disproportionately impacted by COVID-19 infections and deaths. While the pattern of infections among LTC residents mirrors the first 3 COVID-19 waves observed in the community, those in LTC experienced more COVID-19 deaths. In Canada, LTC
Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure: Seniors' Care After COVID-19
Rosalie Wyonch, C.D. Howe Institute
A new report draws on the lessons learned during the pandemic, and assesses the challenges of the future. Conclusions include the following:
Major investments and significant changes should be made in the long-term care sector, according to a new report from the C.D. Howe Institute.
Author Rosal
Alberta’s Coordinated Community Response (CCR) Model - Infographic and Fact Sheet
Government of Alberta
A Coordinated Community Response (CCR) model involves a group of organizations and/or service providers working together to achieve common goals related to addressing elder abuse. These may include coordinating services for those affected by elder abuse, effective prevention strategies, and increase
4 strategies for a happy and healthy holiday season
McMaster Optimal Aging Portal
The holidays are a busy time of year often filled with many indulgences. While it is important to enjoy this time of year, there are a few ways you can keep your health a top priority and still enjoy the festive season.
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How to Weave Organizing Traditions Together to Advance Systemic Change
Sendolo Diaminah, Nonprofit Quarterly
The following is a transcript of the video above, from the webinar on “Remaking the Economy: Finding the Levers for System Change.”
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