Celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights!
In Canada, Diwali starts on October 28, 2024. The Festival of Lights is a five-day celebration known as the most popular and elaborate event of
Category: Prevention & Awareness
A UN International Convention on the Human Rights of Older Persons: Why It’s Imperative
All people are entitled to human rights. Meanwhile, older people experience poverty, inadequate housing and discrimination when seeking healthcare services in the community and in
Is it Clutter, Collecting or a Hoarding Disorder: Causes and Helpful Resources
Many people have treasured collections, gathering items to display that reflect their interests. Others just have too much stuff and live in a disorganized mess.
Intergenerational Relationships: An Antidote to Ageism in Canada
When the United Nations (UN) and World Health Organization (WHO) released the landmark Global Report on Ageism in March 2021, they declared combating ageism as
Emergency Preparedness: Keep Seniors Safe During the Hottest Months
According to the Canadian Red Cross, seniors are most at risk during emergencies. Natural events, such as wildfires, heat waves and other disasters can severely
National Indigenous Peoples Day: A Time to Celebrate Culture that May Trigger Elders
National Indigenous Peoples Day was designated as an annual celebration of culture and heritage across Canada. But the day may be a painful reminder of
Advance Care Plans for 2SLGBTQI+ Seniors is Critical
Advance care planning (ACP) is a well-considered plan expressing a person’s wishes in the event of an accident or illness that leaves them unable to
Systemic Elder Abuse: Is Your Organization Welcoming to LGBTQ2+ Seniors?
Many LGBTQ2+ seniors fear they will need to go back in the closet – hide their sexual orientation or moderate their gender expression – to
Emergency Preparedness: Keep Seniors Safe with Good Planning
Are you and those in your care ready for an emergency such as a winter storm, flood, wildfire, earthquake, or power outage? Is there an
What is Red Dress Day? How MMIWG2S+ are Honoured on May 5, 2024
Indigenous women make up 16% of all female homicide victims, and 11% of missing women. May 5 is Red Dress Day in Canada and the
