Sageducation

sageducation.ca (sage-du-ca-shun) is the Centre for Studies in Aging & Health’s customized Learning Content Management System (LCMS).  Some of the material found on sageducation.ca is open for your use at any time. Should you choose to access and use any materials please make a specific reference to the author and its source. Other materials are password protected and you will be provided specific instruction from your "teacher" for obtaining access to the course materials.

Go to www.sageducation.ca or contact us directly to request access to any of our courses or material.

Education & Training

Behavioural Supports Online Collaborative Learning Portal

The Centre for Studies in Aging & Health was commissioned to develop a Behavioural Supports Online Collaborative Learning Portal (BSOCLP) targeting members of Mobile Resource Teams (MRT) and Long-Term Care (LTC) Homes actively engaged within the South East Local Health Integration Network’s (SELHIN) Behavioural Supports Ontario Program. Visit www.sageducation.ca to view course description.

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Sageducation Open Course - Introduction to Brain & Behaviour

We welcome you to view one of our Sageducation Open Courses featuring an Introduction to Brain & Behaviour.  This course was authored by Dr. John Puxty, a Geriatrician and Chair of the Division of Geriatric Medicine at Queen’s University. Dr. Puxty has a primary interest in promoting healthy aging and effective care for seniors with a research interest in aging, chronic disease, knowledge mobilization and information technology.

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ECHO Ontario Wound and Skin

Project ECHO Ontario Skin and Wound sessions will be starting in June 2019. This program provides continuing education / continuous professional development credits and provides participants an opportunity to learn from each other, acquire knowledge, skills, increase competency and build a strong community of practice. Participants become part of a supportive community of practice and an inter-professional team. Wound and skin care issues include diabetic foot ulcers, pressure injuries (ulcers), venous leg ulcers and common dermatological issues related to wounds e.g. hidradenitis suppurativa. To learn more or to register click here.

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Cognitive-Communication Abilities in Typical and Disordered Aging: An Evidence-Based Update on Assessment and Intervention Approaches

May 2-3, 2019 7:30AM-4:00 PM EST at the Jabob Family Theatre at the Posluns Auditorium, 3560 Bathurst St. Toronto. Conference learning objectives include that participants will be able to:

  • Describe cognitive-communication abilities in typical aging and in common age-related disorders.
  • Explain the Occupational Therapy approach to cognitive assessment.
  • Explain the Neuropsychology approach to evaluating cognitive decline and the influence on language abilities.
  • Identify formal and informal tools and procedures for assessing cognitive-communication abilities.
  • Use direct and indirect approaches to treat cognitive-communication disorders

To learn more see the pdf download. To register click here.

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Project ECHO COE - Cycle 4

Baycrest, in partnership with North East Specialized Geriatric Centre, is excited to announce Cycle 4 of “Project ECHO Care of the Elderly” (ECHO COE), a telehealth education program with didactic presentations and case-based learning that aims to help primary care providers build capacity in the care of older adults. The sessions run weekly from April 10 – July 17, 2019 on Wednesdays from 3:00-4:30 PM EST. For more information, please see the pdf downloads or click here. 

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Project ECHO - Long-Term Care Cycle

Baycrest Health Sciences in partnership with North East Specialized Geriatric Centre, will hold Cycle 3 of "Project ECHO Care of the Elderly" (ECHO COE) from January 8, 2018 – March 19, 2019 on Tuesdays 11:00am-12:00 pm. The goal of this free telehealth education program is to enhance the quality of care for older adults in Ontario, by improving the knowledge and skills of health care providers. To learn more click here.


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Goal Management Training Workshop - December

Thursday, December 13th from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM (EDT) located at the Baycrest Centre in Toronto, Ontario. This workshop led by Dr. Brian Levine will provide the latest clinical-scientific information concerning the assessment of executive functions and evidence-based rehabilitation with Goal Management Training® (GMT). To register, click here.

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