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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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[Webinar Recording] CORE 101 Training Session

Healthy Aging Alberta and United Way British Columbia

general overview of the CORE platforms, their linkages to the vision of Healthy Aging Alberta and Healthy Aging BC, how they can be used in the work of the Community-Based Seniors Serving (CBSS) sector and its allies, and the benefits of the platform for connections and networking.

[Article] The Importance Of Self-Care For Family Caregivers

Gravitii Technologies | Jeff Goreski

Whether we’re caring for an elderly spouse, parent, or grandparent, caring for ourselves is key to sustaining our caregiving duties.

[Article] Why Senior Men Need Care and Support

Gravitii Technologies | Jeff Goreski

June is Men's Health Month in Canada and it’s important to raise awareness of health issues that men face as they age.

[Article] Home Support Opportunities In BC

Gravitii Technologies | Dr. Kevin Wade

Community care – and especially care of the elderly – is a frequently neglected area of medicine.

[Article] Enhancing Homecare with Technology Solutions

Gravitii Technologies | Jeff Goreski

As people live longer and chronic diseases become more common, the need for innovative technology solutions in home care is growing.

[Report] Potential lateral and upstream consequences in the development and implementation of social prescribing in Australia

Candice Oster and Svetlana Bogomolova

This research paper discusses the implementation of social prescribing in Australia and highlights the existing inequities in Australia's health outcomes. The authors argue that while social prescribing has been successful in countries like the UK and the USA, there is a need for a systematic approa

[Report] Non-medicine interventions for sleep problems in dementia

Cochrane

People with dementia frequently have sleep problems including an increase in the length and number of awakenings and an increased amount of light sleep.

[Resource] Staying active during the summer: Tips for older adults

McMaster University

Here are some tips to help you make the most of the summer months while staying active and safe.

[Resource] Understanding West Nile and Lyme disease

McMaster University

Dr. Mark Loeb discusses the symptoms and the complications of these diseases and how to protect yourself.

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