Healthy Aging CORE Canada
The national knowledge hub connecting organizations that support and advance independent living for older Canadians
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Recent News
[News] The reality of loneliness among Canada’s elderly. Why is it getting worse?
The reality of loneliness among Canada’s elderly. Why is it getting worse?
[Open Call for Members] Canadian CBSS Interim Community Leadership Council
The Canadian Community-Based Seniors’ Services (CBSS) Interim Community Leadership CouncilHelpAge Canada and its partners are thrilled to announce the establishment of the Canadian Community-Based
[News] Mother Tongues, Memories, and Movement: Inside a Culturally Appropriate Program for Immigrant Seniors
Click HERE to read the full articleThe Gaia Community Care and Wellness Society (Gaia Cares) operated a weekly wellness program for Chinese-speaking seniors. The organization facilitates activities su
Upcoming Trainings & Events
Webinars, workshops, conferences, symposia, and other training and events relevant to healthy aging are listed by date and also indicated on a monthly calendar. Training modules and curricula, archived webinars, and other training resources are also available in the Resources section.
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Apr 2, 2024 @ 7:00 AM (PDT)
[Webinar] Valuing Family Caregivers and their Caregiving: Family Caregivers are Vital Resources in Integrated Care
Valuing Family Caregivers and their Caregiving: Family Caregivers are Vital Resources in Integrated Care
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Apr 2, 2024, @ 8:30 AM (PDT)
[Webinar] Valuing Caring: The Patient, the Health System, and the Economic Benefits of Caregiving
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Apr 2, 2024, @ 10:00 AM (PDT)
[Webinar] Valuing Caring: The Impact of Caregiving on Personal Growth and Relationships
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Apr 2, 2024, @ 12:00 PM (PDT)
[Webinar] See Something, Say Something! Reducing Risk for Older Adults
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Resources
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.
[Resource] The State of Caregiving in Canada (2012 v 2018): Workload intensifies and well-being declines
University of Alberta, Caregivers Alberta, AGEwell, Vanier
The State of Caregiving in Canada (2012 v 2018): Workload intensifies and well-being declines
[Podcast] Looking after children and aging parents
CBC News- Alberta at Noon with Judy Aldous
Looking after children and aging parents
[Webinar Recording] Generations Over Dinner
Intergenerational Linkages Community of Practice
Generations Over Dinner
Groups
Discussion groups are where CORE participants can share information and stories, ask questions, learn, and collaborate. Open discussion groups can be accessed by any member of CORE; closed groups are available by invitation only.
Programs and Initiatives
Programs and Initiatives profiled on Healthy Aging CORE provide examples of the important work being done by local, provincial, and national organizations and the value of these programs and initiatives in promoting health and well-being and fostering resilience for older adults seniors.
About Us
Healthy Aging CORE (Collaborative Online Resources and Education) is a platform to connect local, regional, provincial, and national non-profit, government, and academic organizations and coalitions that focus on programs, services, policies, practices, and research aimed at supporting older Canadians to age in place in their homes and communities.
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