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.
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[Tool Database] National Initiative for the Care of the Elderly
NICE
Click HERE to access a full list of tools developed by NICE. You can view tools by category, or use the resource finder page to search by keyword.The Online Tools for the Care of the Elderly were developed and are updated by NICE. The tools are also integrated with external links in our NICE Online
[Resource] Canada-Wide Elder Abuse Network Locator
CNPEA
Click HERE to find Provincial and Territorial Elder Abuse NetworksThe Canadian Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (CNPEA) is a national non-profit organization dedicated to preventing the abuse of older adults in Canada. It is a collaborative network that brings together individuals, organiza
[Webinar Recoding] Connecting People & Community for Living Well – Transforming local care & supports to build and sustain wellbeing
United Way
Connecting People and Community for Living Well work, an initiative that enhances the ability of multi-sector community teams to support the wellbeing of those living in the community affected by dementia. Leads of this work, Helen Lightfoot, Sharon Hamlin, and Karenn Chan will discuss how the Con
[Resource] Work and Life Wellbeing Brochure + Resources
Stigma Free Society
Click HERE to access Life and Work Wellbeing Section on Rural Mental Wellness WebsiteIf you are a farmer or business owner living in a rural area, you understand how difficult it can be to strike a balance between life and work. Overworking is a major contributor to anxiety and burnout for people li
[Toolkit] Rural Mental Wellness Toolkit
Stigma Free Society
Click HERE to access The Rural Mental Wellness ToolkitThe Stigma-Free Society is a Canadian Charity registered since 2010 and our mission is to reduce the stigma around mental health. In rural and agricultural communities across North America, there is a mental health crisis due to the lack of resou
[Webinar Recording] Intergenerational Programs Webinar
United Way
Intergenerational connections benefit both older and younger people, as well as the communities they live in. Bringing older and younger people together contributes to understanding and respect between generations, and research has shown that intergenerational programs increase well-being and self-e
On fostering intergenerational relationships, with Dr. Shannon Jarrott
Healthy Aging CORE and HelpAge Canada
How do young and old come together in a way that works for everyone? Dr. Shannon Jarrott, Professor of Social Work at Ohio State University, takes us through her toolkit on facilitating activities that promote conversation and engagement between older people and youth, and discusses the importance o
Community Dance for Older Adults
Community Dance for Older Adults
This series of studies examined how dancing may contribute to older adults’ holistic wellness. Specifically, how dancing can support ones’ aging journey, experiences of physical activity and embodiment, and age-friendly initiatives were explored. This research was funded by the Brenda Strafford
[Toolkit] Intergenerational Programming Toolkit
City of Edmonton
Click HERE to view the toolkitInterested in creating a more inclusive community for all ages? Check out this useful toolkit from the City of Edmonton to support your planning and implementation of intergenerational programs to create age-friendly communities. It’s filled with great thought starter
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