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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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[Article] The importance of self-care: Nurturing our well-being as we age
McMaster University
Click HERE to view the full articleThe importance of self-care: Nurturing our well-being as we ageJul 19, 2023 - McMaster University -International Self-Care Day, on 24 July each year, is an opportunity to raise the profile of self-care and its role in our overall health and well-being. As we age, i
[Article] What exercise types are effective for Parkinson's Diesease
McMaster University
Click HERE to view the full articleThe Bottom LineIn older adults, Parkinson’s disease is the second most prevalent neurological disorder.A variety of exercise types produce similar benefits on movement and quality of life in adults living with Parkinson’s.Work with your healthcare team to devel
[Resource] Vegetarian Diets as we age
Dr. Megha Poddar
In this 2-minute video, Dr. Megha Poddar discusses important considerations for older adults on plant-based diets or for those considering adopting a vegetarian diet.What's the bottom line?Older adults can safely adopt a plant-based diet.Ensure adequate protein intake to maintain lean muscle mass.
[Podcast] Funding: Government relations foundations with Jesse Clarke
The Small Nonprofit
Click HERE to listen to the podcastGovernment Relations Foundations with Jesse ClarkeOften we take government funding for granted. Or, we treat it like an impenetrable black box that’s a mystery so we write our applications and cross our fingers. Today, we’re joined by Jesse Clarke, CEO of JN Cl
[Report] Breaking the Silence to Address Incontinence in Canada
National Institute on Ageing
Incontinence is far more common than we think, affecting about a quarter of Canadian adults. But because of the stigma around it, older adults living with incontinence are unlikely to seek medical attention for it — and may face significant challenges, loneliness and financial stress as a result.
[Resource] Preparing Our Home
Preparing Our Home
Preparing Our Home is a commuity-based resilience program. The program enables Indigenous youth to reach their potential in becoming emergency preparedness leaders in their communities. The Preparing Our Home website includes an array of resources, including short videos on how different First Nati
[Resource] Giving Care: An approach to a better caregiving landscape in Canada
Canadian Caregiving
Click HERE to view the full resourceGiving Care: An approach to a better caregiving landscape in CanadaGiving Care: An approach to a better caregiving landscape in Canada is the Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence’s first policy whitepaper. The report aims to ignite a public conversation on
[Resource] Influencing Public Policy
CAMH
Click HERE to view the resource on Influencing Public Policy CAMH advocates for public policies that are responsive to the needs of people impacted by mental illness and substance use disorders.CAMH’s new strategic plan re-affirms our commitment to driving positive change at the system le
[Recorded Webinar] Exploring Grantsmanship
Barbara McMillan
Exploring Grantsmanship Webinar from May 24, 2018 hosted by United Way.Click HERE to view on YouTube
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