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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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[e-Learning] Different Types of Dementia

McMaster Optimal Aging Portal

Dementia is a general term for a decline in cognitive function severe enough to interfere with daily life. It is most commonly caused by toxic proteins or blood vessel damage in the brain, or a mix of those causes. The symptoms and signs of dementia can vary based on the cause and the area of the brain affected.

[Resource] Social prescribing playbook

CASCADES

This playbook is a practical resource designed to inspire and guide action in advancing social and nature prescribing for improved health and environmental outcomes. It offers readers a clear roadmap to integrate equity-focus, patient-centred approaches, raise awareness of healthcare providers' roles, and promote the critical contributions of link workers.

[Webinar Recording] Intergenerational Linkages CoP- Event- Social Prescribing

Intergenerational Linkages CoP

special presenters from the Alberta Social Prescribing Program talk to us about how Social Prescribing to Intergenerational initiatives benefits Older Adults

Fact Sheet: Social Prescribing and Older Adults

Canadian Institute for Social Prescribing

These pertinent resources offer facts, statistics, and evidence on the impact and benefits of social prescribing across diverse populations and prescriptions.

Fact Sheet: Social Prescribing and Caregivers

Canadian Institute for Social Prescribing

These pertinent resources offer facts, statistics, and evidence on the impact and benefits of social prescribing across diverse populations and prescriptions.

Fact Sheet: Social Prescribing and Mental Health

Canadian Institute for Social Prescribing

These pertinent resources offer facts, statistics, and evidence on the impact and benefits of social prescribing across diverse populations and prescriptions.

Fact Sheet: Social Prescribing and Children and Youth Mental Health

Canadian Institute for Social Prescribing

These pertinent resources offer facts, statistics, and evidence on the impact and benefits of social prescribing across diverse populations and prescriptions.

Fact Sheet: Social Prescribing: Strengthening Canada’s Health Care Landscape

Canadian Institute for Social Prescribing

These pertinent resources offer facts, statistics, and evidence on the impact and benefits of social prescribing across diverse populations and prescriptions.

Social Prescribing in Canada: Bridging the Gap Between Health and Social Care

Canadian Institute for Social Prescribing

This report provides an overview of current social prescribing developments in Canada, examining its implementation, challenges, and successes across diverse geographies through key regional initiatives and case studies.

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