Resources

Discover essential resources on aging, covering
mental health insights and practical tips for a healthy lifestyle

I'm in my 80s. Here are 5 books that changed my life.
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I'm in my 80s. Here are 5 books that changed my life.

In this video, Adèle shares her top 5 favorite books that transformed her perspective on the world. Books mentioned: Geshe Rabten & Geshe Dhargyey - Advice From a Spiritual Friend Pema Chödrön - When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times Maj Sjöwall and Per Wahlöö - The Man Who Went Up in Smoke: A Martin Beck Police Mystery Adam Nicolson - The Making of Poetry Merilyn Simonds - Woman, Watching Natalie Goldberg - Writing Down the Bones: Freeing the Writer Within

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Spring into creativity with GeriActors' theatre workshops and classes
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Spring into creativity with GeriActors' theatre workshops and classes

GeriActors is an intergenerational theatre company based in Amiskwacîwâskahikan (Edmonton). They believe in playful theatre and creative aging where theatre games, laughter and fun result in a great deal of learning and wonderful theatre. They combine playfulness with technique to create unique theatre programs for ages 55+. Programs are facilitated by local theatre artists ready to share their “theatre know-how”. Whether you have a history in theatre, have always dreamt of performing, or just want to try something new, this is the place to start.

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Reading for well-being community book club
CommunityBook Club

Reading for well-being community book club

Interested in improving your well-being and being part of a community? Join the Reading for Well-Being Community Book Club led by Dr. Joanna Pozzulo.

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Aging is universal: It's time we embrace It
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Aging is universal: It's time we embrace It

Ageism—discrimination based on age—is a common occurrence. It impacts how we value ourselves and others while limiting our ability to age well. It’s time we embrace aging and empower all Edmontonians to lead full lives, no matter their age.

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Let’s talk about ageism: A toolkit to start the conversation
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Let’s talk about ageism: A toolkit to start the conversation

This toolkit is designed to support people of all ages in discussing aging and ageism through the format of a Conversation Café. It includes everything from resources to help plan and lead these conversations to promotional and evaluation materials. It's meant for organizations, community groups, or even individuals who want to spark meaningful dialogue about aging and ageism in their own spaces.

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10 practical travel tips for your next adventure
Travel

10 practical travel tips for your next adventure

Joyce E. Perrin traveled solo around the world starting in her 50s, visiting 156 countries and 31 territories across seven continents, completing her journey at 80 upon returning to Canada. In this video, she shares 10 practical travel tips for making the most out of your next adventure.

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Design your menu for mentally healthy living in the later years
Mental Health

Design your menu for mentally healthy living in the later years

The COVID-19 pandemic, which greatly affected older people, created a prime opportunity to learn from them about their mentally healthy living strategies—including tips on the most effective strategies for managing anxiety. That was the goal of the RTOERO Foundation-funded project Mentally Healthy Living After Social Distancing—A Study of Older Canadians.

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