CRNs in the Community: Connecting, Listening, Engaging and Educating
The days of celebrating remembrance and thanks have come and gone and snowy landscapes are starting to form. Last month our Mentors and Coordinators traveled
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CRNs in the Community: Holiday Events Edition
Frost sparkles on trees and rooftops and the snow is getting deeper. This holiday season, wherever you are and however you celebrate: be safe, check
10 Festive Winter Holiday Activities
Winter festivities are a cornerstone of many people’s cultures and community connections. In Canada, these may include Hanukkah, Christmas, Tet, Diwali, Winter Solstice and so
BC CRN Spotlight: Jayme Fowler, Community Service Award Recipient
Jayme Fowler, Beaver Valley CRN Coordinator, is the recipient of this year’s Village of Montrose Community Service Award. Regional Mentor Heather von Ilberg sent the
CRNs in the Community: PLE Line Up, Celebrating Seniors and Connecting with Community
Autumn leaves are turning gold and red and the air has a crisp chill in the morning, but on a sunny afternoon, it still feels
Deprescribing for Older People: Do I Still Need this Medication?
Overprescribing, or polypharmacy, is when people take too many medications, at times including drugs that are no longer necessary. Multiple meds may lead to new
Social Isolation and Loneliness in Seniors: A Growing Challenge
A growing number of older Canadians are experiencing social isolation and loneliness. While one doesn’t necessarily accompany the other, these can result in both physical
CRNs in the Community: Data Crunching, Dialogue, Expos, Farmer’s Markets and Field Trips
As the days begin to shorten and we start to feel a change in the air, our CRNs wrap up outdoor activities and kick-off September
BC CRN Spotlight: Jennifer Lazenby, Regional Mentor, Central and North Vancouver Island
Jennifer Lazenby loves the Vancouver Island life. Since moving to the Island to attend the University of Victoria in 1996, she never left. Upon earning
BC CRN Invited to Speak at RCMP Workshop Event
BC CRN had the privilege of attending and presenting at a special two-day event, Mental Health and Elder Abuse Workshop, for a group of officers
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