Date updated: August 15, 2022
This report reviewed the evidence and key considerations on interventions to reduce the social isolation of older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic*. They suggest that the lessons learned should be applied to the future. They focussed on the funding of successful and promising interventions, addressing causes of marginalization as well as supporting vulnerable populations, intergenerational connections,…
This guidance offers information and advice on choosing and using a scale to measure the impact of your services on loneliness in older age. Recently, Age UK, reported that there is a lack of good evidence on the impact of different types of services on loneliness. Feeling lonely is linked to risk of an earlier…
This Emergency Preparedness Guide for People with Disabilities/Special Needspublication was developed in collaboration with Human Resources and Skills Development Canada, Public Health Agency of Canada, the Canadian Red Cross, the St. John Ambulance, The Salvation Army and the Province of Ontario. This publication is available below.
This guide offers practical and easy-to-follow advice, tips and additional sources of information to help you communicate clearly and effectively. Plain language, good design and materials that are easy to use and understand are valued by everyone. Know your audience and to communicate effectively.
