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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Introduction to Health Equity
Amaan Fazal
The Introduction to Health Equity online course is a collaboration of the National Collaborating Centre for Determinants of Health (NCCDH) and Public Health Ontario (PHO). It was created in response to the identified need for an accessible introductory course on health equity for public health audie
Recorded Webinar: Unpacking Innovations for Aging in the Right Place
Amaan Fazal
In recognition of National Seniors Day (October 1st, 2021), Simon Fraser University, Aging in the Right Place co-hosted a webinar with the following panelists from across Canada, who shared their innovations of aging in the right place for older adults with lived or living experience of homelessness
A Cautionary Tale: Canada's COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout for Older Canadians
Amaan Fazal
Canada's lack of national coordination, inconsistent prioritization of older Canadians, and failure to focus on speed in its provincial COVID-19 vaccine rollouts, cost potentially hundreds of older lives across the country. Between April and June 2021 alone, the deaths of more than 350 older adults
The Indigenous Learning Series
Amaan Fazal
Under the themes of Recognition, Respect, Relationships and Reconciliation, the Indigenous Learning Series provides access to resources, courses, workshops and events on the history, heritage, cultures, rights and perspectives of Indigenous Peoples in Canada, as well as on their varied and long-stan
Canadian Cyber Security Awareness Month (CSAM) Resources
Amaan Fazal
Cyber Security Awareness Month is an internationally recognized campaign held each October to help the public learn more about the importance of cyber security. This campaign helps Canadians stay secure online by teaching them simple steps to protect themselves and their devices. In 2021, Cyber Se
Recorded Webinar: Closing the Gaps– Advancing Emergency Preparedness, Response and Recovery for Older Adults
Amaan Fazal
This webinar features Dr. Samir Sinha, lead author of the recent Canadian Red Cross and National Institute on Aging White Paper that offers evidence-informed expert recommendations to Improve Emergency Preparedness, Response and Recovery for Older Adults Across Canada. The webinar was hosted by Unit
Checklist: Stay on Your Feet – Home Safety Checklist
Amaan Fazal
Did you know that Injury Matters has a Stay On Your Feet® Home Safety Checklist? The Home Safety Checklist is a great practical resource that older adults can use to identify and remove potential hazards for falls in and around the home. You might even like to use the checklist with your clients!
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Palliative Care ECHO Project - BC Provincial Hub
Healthy Aging CORE Team
The ECHO (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes)™ model creates virtual knowledge-sharing networks by bringing together healthcare providers and subject matter experts using videoconference technology, brief lecture presentations, and case-based learning, fostering an “all learn, all tea
Wellness Together Canada: Mental Health and Substance Use Support
Healthy Aging CORE Team
Wellness Canada recognizes the significant strain that COVID-19 has placed on individuals and families across the country. Many people are concerned about their physical and mental well being. Canadians are being challenged in a number of ways because of isolation, financial and employment uncertain
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