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
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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
National Seniors Day: An Occasion to Celebrate
National Seniors Day on October 1, formally known as the UN International Day for Older Persons, was declared in Canada in 2010 to acknowledge the
CRN Summer Highlights: Fire & Heat Preparedness Workshops and First Nations Gathering
July and August bring warm summer days and late nights. Summer is usually the time of year to slow down, catch up with friends and
Extreme Heat Preparedness
Summer heatwaves are soaring higher and lasting longer. Planning and preparing for stretches of extreme heat is essential as higher temperatures can lead to serious
Improve Indoor Air Quality During Wildfire Smoke Pollution
Wildfire smoke can travel great distances and seriously affect our mental and physical health. Here are some tips and resources to protect yourself by improving
CRNs Celebrate World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2023
WEAAD is our top event of the year and our CRNs pulled out all the stops. The province was painted purple with flowers, signs, banners,
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