FASTlinks Service Maps for Eastern Ontario

Go to the FASTlinks Page

FASTlinks is a series of web-based maps that display links for elder care services in South East Ontario organized into 10 common elder care domains. The 10 domains are organized by function, rather than disease diagnosis. FASTlinks was developed by the CSAH in collaboration with the Aging with Co-morbidities Network.

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CSAH & SHKN Linkages: August 2018

https://conta.cc/2Owjbjk

Highlights of this issue include a reading list on "Supporting Aging in Place", updates from Age-Friendly Communities Ontario Outreach Program, Alzheimer Society of Ontario, Baycrest, Brainxchange, Ontario Neurotrauma Foundation, Ontario Osteoporosis Strategy and Senior Friendly Care.

Information about a call for abstracts, call for innovatiors as well as funding and post-doctorial opportunities are included.  A number of upcoming events and educational opportunities are listed. Sign up to receive Linkages directly here.

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How Music Helps With Mental Health – Mind Boosting Benefits of Music Therapy

In part 4 of this article, it explains how music can help older adults who experience Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and/or loneliness to alleviate symptoms and boost their mood. Music therapy is beneficial for everyone of all ages and it can create a positive impact on mental health. 7 parts. Last reviewed August 2018.

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Shut-In? Impact of Chronic Conditions on Community Participation Restriction Among Older Adults

https://www.hindawi.com/journals/jar/2011/759158/

This research article reviews community participation restriction in adults 50 years and older with condition-associated burden across a number of variables. 11 pages. Last reviewed August 2018.

A Population Study of Correlates of Social Participation in Older Adults with Age-Related Vision Loss

http://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0269215515624479

The objective of this study was to examine the personal characteristics, disease-related impairment variables, such as activity limitations and environmental factors as correlates of social participation in older adults with vision loss. The investigators utilized the WHO's International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health Model. 11 pages. Last reviewed August 2018.

Deprescribing for Brain Health

https://vimeo.com/284161301?mc_cid=08aac89a9d&mc_eid=678fe5d742

On August 8th, 2018 Camille Gagnon, Assistant Director of the Canadian Deprescribing Network gave this presentation to help viewers learn about which medications may not necessarily be helping patients cognitive health.  

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Deprescribing for Brain Health

https://vimeo.com/284161301?mc_cid=08aac89a9d&mc_eid=678fe5d742

On August 8th, 2018 Camille Gagnon, Assistant Director of the Canadian Deprescribing Network gave this presentation to help viewers learn about which medications may not necessarily be helping patients cognitive health.  

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Building Momentum - Your Role in Influencing Canada's National Codes and Preventing Falls in Homes

Tuesday, September 25, 2018 from 12-1pm EST. Join Linda Strobl and Jake Pauls for this free webinar presentation as they discuss:

  • the evidence regarding home related falls
  • advocacy actions and code provisions for fall prevention
  • challenges of the current national code system
  • opportunities for injury prevention professionals to get involved in NBC development
  • positive changes achievable in the NBC 2020 edition

To learn more or to register click here.

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Post Fall - Preventing Future Falls. A Look at Process - Everyone's Responsibility

Thurs. Nov. 15, 2018 from 12-1pm EST. Join presenter Daphne Kemp, Fall Reduction and Injury Prevention Coordinator for the Sasketchewan Healthy Authority who will discuss falls in the Long-term Care setting and more specifically, residents who are experiencing consecutive falls. To learn more or to register, click here,

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The Senior-Friendly Guide to Medical Alert Systems

This articles dicusses the benefits, recommendations, and tips in using a medical alert system. This article can also be used as a guide for older adults and family members who are considering getting a device, especially for those who are living alone with a chronic condition and/or at risk for a fall. Last reviewed August 2018.

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