Wellness Together Canada (WTC) is working to ensure that their services and resources meet the mental health and substance use support needs of older adults. To do so, they're seeking older adults to participate in a focus group, or community conversation.

Attached is a poster about this community conversation. Older adults will receive a $50 gift card for participating.

WHO: Individuals in Canada, 65 years or older

WHEN: ONE session on either August 28th or September 8th

WHERE: Zoom, 2-hour session

The Fountain of Health in partnership with Wellness Together Canada is excited to announce a FREE 1-hour webinar entitled The Art and Science of Aging Well for adults midlife and older. This webinar is delivered in French on August 25, 2023 and English on October 13, 2023 and is designed to encourage individuals to lead fulfilling lives as they age.

Please register for either webinar here:

wwwfohwtc.ca 

Today I noticed an interesting article on isolation and loneliness among older adults in the latest issue of the Mental Health Commission of Canada's The Catalyst newsletter:

Aging without support is becoming more prevalent for older people in Canada. How can we stem the tide? A look at inclusive aging during Loneliness Awareness Week.

This 5-Day experiential workshop focuses on developing clinical skills for working with clients experiencing distressing psychosis. This recovery-focused approach focuses on cognitive case conceptualization and treatment planning for a variety of experiences of psychosis including delusions, hallucinations, negative symptoms, and communication disturbances. Longitudinal case conceptualization is highlighted as well as methods of working with core beliefs underlying psychosis and trauma.

brainXchange, Alzheimer Society of Canada and CCNA proudly present:

EAPO is excited to invite Karine Silverwoman to lead our upcoming workshop to explore what vicarious trauma is and how to develop meaningful self-care approaches, from a trauma-informed lens. She will discuss the intersections of trauma and oppressions, as well as body-centred tools to ground ourselves.

Participants will explore how our own lived experiences impact our work and how structural oppression intersects with trauma-informed practice.

In recognition of Seniors Month, Service Canada returns to the Ontario Caregiver Organization webinar series to provide a presentation on the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Old Age Security (OAS). Join us to learn about:

Elder abuse is a substantial problem in Canada, affecting 8 – 10 per cent of older adults yearly. The abuse is not just physical. It also includes psychological, financial, and sexual abuse and neglect.

This webinar will provide an overview of elder abuse and elder abuse prevention, covering the following topics:

Please join us on Thursday April 27th 2023 from 1pm - 2pm ET for the Understanding  Your Care Options in Later Life Workshop. This free workshop is for older adults (65+) and their caregivers where we’ll discuss:

Elder Abuse in 2SLGBTQ+ Communities

April 25, 2023 @ 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. ET

Presented by: Laura Proctor, Prevention Consultant with Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario

Please join us on Thursday, March 16th 2023 from 1pm - 2pm ET for the Understanding Bipolar Disorder in Later Life Workshop. This free workshop is for older adults (65+) and their caregivers where we will discuss:

- What is bipolar disorder?
- What does bipolar disorder look like?
- How can you find a balance and get the support you need?

After the workshop you will receive a summary of the presentation in multiple languages, including community-based resources.

Please join us on Thursday February 23rd 2023 from 1pm - 2pm ET for the Understanding Gambling in Later Life Workshop. This free workshop is for older adults (65+) and their caregivers. To access this online workshop, please register at: https://hopeandme.as.me/gambling

Elder Abuse - A Closer Look

February 6, 2023 @ 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. ET

Presented by: Laura Proctor Prevention Consultant