Early bird pricing ends today for #WalkWithMe2024 . Register now to save $100 and be at the forefront of change: the-ria.ca/walkwithme/

👉Check this out - Dr. Kate Dupuis, Sheridan Centre for Elder Research Schlegel Innovation Leader in Arts and Aging, was recently quoted in Toronto Star for her innovative research in intergenerational music therapy with Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging: bit.ly/4ajumpg

With an investment of nearly $11M from Ontario Long-Term Care for the Living Classroom program, we're set to enhance learning experiences and retention of PSWs, and ensure compassionate care reaches more LTC residents. Ontario Centres for Long-Term Care CESBA

Tomorrow is the last day to take advantage of our early bird pricing for #WalkWithMe2024 ! Don’t miss your chance to attend the only Canadian conference dedicated to transforming the culture of aging: the-ria.ca/walkwithme/

A huge thank you to all our amazing sponsors for their support of #WalkWithMe2024 . From facilitating keynote sessions to powering our dinner and social event, your commitment to enhancing the lives of older adults has been instrumental in the creation of Walk With Me. We can't…

Have you registered for the April 17 Culture Change ECHO session? This opportunity connects leaders and changemakers online to share innovative and creative solutions to help connect, imagine and commit to changing the culture of aging in Canada: the-ria.ca/events/culture…

Great to hear from actor, motivational speaker and diversity advocate Jesse Lipscombe on the importance of older adults, in all their beautiful diversity, finding home, and how we should confront our own prejudices to help achieve this. #TWC2024

Come visit the Research Institute for Aging at #TWC2024 in the Unlocking Innovations sections (booth 221) and pick up a free resource to support older adults experience social isolation!

It was an honour to hear from the Minister of Long-Term Care Stan Cho at Together We Care this morning! The RIA team is excited to help shape the future of care for older adults with Ontario LTC Assoc. at #TWC2024 .

The next webinar in the 'Encore Webinars: Spirituality and Aging' series is happening on April 11! Register now and learn how spiritual connections are created through the process of creating art and conversation: the-ria.ca/events/encore-…

Conrad Grebel University College, Jane Kuepfer

“[Linda] said her colleagues at the Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging are working on cultural adaptations of the training material — an important first step toward providing care in a new place.”

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Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging

We would like to say a huge thank you to CareRx, Canada’s leading provider of specialty pharmacy services to older adults, for their very generous donation to the RIA! We are grateful for their commitment to enhancing the lives of older adults.

You can reduce your chances of developing #Alzheimer ’s or #dementia by up to 40%, implementing key lifestyle changes. Learn more in EP 2 of our #YourComplexBrain podcast featuring Drs. CarmelaTartaglia & Laura Middleton Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging.

Listen & subscribe! bit.ly/3vAWdly

Caregivers play a crucial role in society by providing physical, emotional, and mental support to their loved ones. This #NationalCaregiverDay the RIA wants to take the time to acknowledge the immeasurable contribution young caregivers make everyday: youtube.com/watch?v=cyAEQ5…

The Creating Dementia-Friendly and Inclusive Spaces case competition brought together local businesses, community organizations, and post-secondary students interested in creating spaces that are dementia-friendly and inviting for all.

This event gave participants an opportunity…

Did you know that Ellie Hamby and Sandy Hazelip (Sandy & Ellie) are speaking at #WalkWithMe2024 ? Register before April 12, save $100 on your ticket and attend their keynote sponsored by Schlegel Villages, 'Adventures at 81 and Still on the Run.' the-ria.ca/walkwithme/

The next webinar in the 'Encore Webinars: Spirituality and Aging' series is happening on April 11! Register now and learn how spiritual connections are created through the process of creating art and conversation.

Conrad Grebel University College Jane Kuepfer

the-ria.ca/events/encore-…