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New Brunswick Caregivers Guide

Are you a caregiver looking for information about programs and services? Read a PDF version of the Caregivers’ Guide or get a copy of the Caregivers’ Guide mailed to you
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gnb.ca
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New Brunswick
Caregiving
Are you a caregiver looking for information about programs and services? Read a PDF version of the Caregivers’ Guide or get a copy of the Caregivers’ Guide mailed to you

Safety, Security & Legal Matters for the Elderly in Manitoba

Knowing about the resources and tools available to plan for emergencies, recognize signs of elder abuse, or take care of financial and legal matters can help improve your personal safety and quality of life, as well as help those around you.
Source:
gov.mb.ca
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Manitoba
Legal
Knowing about the resources and tools available to plan for emergencies, recognize signs of elder abuse, or take care of financial and legal matters can help improve your personal safety and quality of life, as well as help those around you.

Protection from Elder Abuse and Neglect

The Government of B.C. has developed an Information Kit to help older adults learn how to prevent abuse, recognize abuse when it happens, know how to respond and know where they can find assistance.
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gov.bc.ca
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British Columbia
Elder Abuse
The Government of B.C. has developed an Information Kit to help older adults learn how to prevent abuse, recognize abuse when it happens, know how to respond and know where they can find assistance.

Alberta - Get Help - Elder Abuse

it's estimated that nearly one in 10 Alberta seniors may be victims of some form of elder abuse. Recognize signs of elder abuse and learn how to get help.
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alberta.ca
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Alberta
Elder Abuse
it's estimated that nearly one in 10 Alberta seniors may be victims of some form of elder abuse. Recognize signs of elder abuse and learn how to get help.

Appointing Your Trusted Contact Person in Canada

VIDEO: Learn about who can be your Trusted Contact Person and why having one can provide an extra layer of protection for your financial accounts.
Source:
getsmarteraboutmoney.ca
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Canada
Finance
VIDEO: Learn about who can be your Trusted Contact Person and why having one can provide an extra layer of protection for your financial accounts.

Assaulted Women’s Helpline - Seniors Safety Line

The Seniors Safety Line is the only 24 hour crisis and support line for seniors in Ontario who have experienced any type of abuse or neglect. Callers receive emotional support, safety planning, information and referrals in over 200 languages.
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awhl.org
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Ontario
Elder Abuse
The Seniors Safety Line is the only 24 hour crisis and support line for seniors in Ontario who have experienced any type of abuse or neglect. Callers receive emotional support, safety planning, information and referrals in over 200 languages.

Supporting the mental health of seniors - Alberta

VIDEO - Mental Health and Addictions Associate Minister Mike Ellis, and Seniors and Housing Minister Josephine Pon announced mental health and wellness supports for seniors.
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alberta.ca
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Alberta
Mental Health
VIDEO - Mental Health and Addictions Associate Minister Mike Ellis, and Seniors and Housing Minister Josephine Pon announced mental health and wellness supports for seniors.

Caregivers Alberta

Caregivers Alberta was founded in 2001 by a grassroots group of caregivers dedicated to recognizing the essential work of caregivers.
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caregiversalberta.ca
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Alberta
Caregiving
Caregivers Alberta was founded in 2001 by a grassroots group of caregivers dedicated to recognizing the essential work of caregivers.

15-minute Workout for Older Adults

This 15-minute exercise video for older adults features a warm-up, strength, flexibility, and balance exercises; and a cool down. Learn more about the benefits of staying active as you age
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nia.nih.gov
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Canada
Physical Health
This 15-minute exercise video for older adults features a warm-up, strength, flexibility, and balance exercises; and a cool down. Learn more about the benefits of staying active as you age

Canadian Coalition for Seniors' Mental Health (CCSMH)

The CCSMH works to promote seniors' mental health by connecting people, ideas and resources.
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ccsmh.ca
Web Page
Canada
Mental Health
The CCSMH works to promote seniors' mental health by connecting people, ideas and resources.

What Does a Geriatric Doctor Do? How Seniors Benefit From a Specialist

Managing complex health situations are where geriatricians (geriatric doctors) can be especially helpful.
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dailycaring.com
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Canada
Physical Health
Managing complex health situations are where geriatricians (geriatric doctors) can be especially helpful.

COVID-19: Resources for seniors and their caregivers

Lower your chance of getting sick, get vaccinated, What to do if you develop symptoms of COVID-19
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canada.ca
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Canada
Physical Health
Lower your chance of getting sick, get vaccinated, What to do if you develop symptoms of COVID-19

Canadian Geriatrics Society

The Canadian Geriatrics Society has over 500 members representing Specialists in Geriatric Medicine, Medical Students and Residents and other physicians and members of allied health professions with an interest in the health care of older adult.
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canadiangeriatrics.ca
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Canada
General
The Canadian Geriatrics Society has over 500 members representing Specialists in Geriatric Medicine, Medical Students and Residents and other physicians and members of allied health professions with an interest in the health care of older adult.

Cyber Security For Seniors Presented By Connected Canadians

VIDEO - Tips on how to use the internet safely with examples showing actual emails and websites.
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connectedcanadians.ca
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Canada
Finance
VIDEO - Tips on how to use the internet safely with examples showing actual emails and websites.

Toronto Dementia Network Research Studies

Find, review and get in touch about research studies in Toronto from the comfort of your home.
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tdn.alz.to
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Ontario
Mental Health
Find, review and get in touch about research studies in Toronto from the comfort of your home.

BC Seniors Health

This site has brought together topics about some of the more common health concerns seniors face in British Columbia.
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healthlinkbc.ca
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British Columbia
Physical Health
This site has brought together topics about some of the more common health concerns seniors face in British Columbia.

Family Caregivers BC

VIDEO: These pages provide a range of resources that offer practical assistance as well as personal supports for caregivers.
Source:
gov.bc.ca
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British Columbia
Caregiving
VIDEO: These pages provide a range of resources that offer practical assistance as well as personal supports for caregivers.

Yukon Seniors' property tax deferment

The seniors' property tax deferment program allows you to postpone paying your property taxes. You can defer up to 75% of the assessed value of your home.
Source:
yukon.ca
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Yukon
Finance
The seniors' property tax deferment program allows you to postpone paying your property taxes. You can defer up to 75% of the assessed value of your home.

Saskatchewan Seniors Education Property Tax Deferral Program

Saskatchewan Seniors Education Property Tax Deferral Program - Benefits, Eligibility and How to Apply
Source:
saskatchewan.ca
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Saskatchewan
Finance
Saskatchewan Seniors Education Property Tax Deferral Program - Benefits, Eligibility and How to Apply

Quebec Seniors Tax, Credits and Deductions

Tax, Tax Credits and Deductions for Seniors in Quebec
Source:
revenuquebec.ca
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Quebec
Finance
Tax, Tax Credits and Deductions for Seniors in Quebec

Prince Edward Island Seniors Property Tax Deferral Program

The purpose of the Seniors Property Tax Deferral Program is to lower the cost of living for qualifying seniors by offering to defer payment of property taxes on their principal residence.
Source:
princeedwardisland.ca
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Prince Edward Island
Finance
The purpose of the Seniors Property Tax Deferral Program is to lower the cost of living for qualifying seniors by offering to defer payment of property taxes on their principal residence.

Nunavut Property tax relief for senior citizens and people with disabilities

If you are 65 years or older, or have disabilities, you might be eligible for the Senior Citizens and People with Disabilities Tax Relief program.
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gov.nu.ca
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Nunavut
Finance
If you are 65 years or older, or have disabilities, you might be eligible for the Senior Citizens and People with Disabilities Tax Relief program.

Nova Scotia Property Tax Rebate for Seniors

Property Tax Rebate for Seniors helps low-income seniors with the cost of municipal residential property taxes
Source:
novascotia.ca
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Nova Scotia
Finance
Property Tax Rebate for Seniors helps low-income seniors with the cost of municipal residential property taxes

Northwest Territories Seniors and Disabled Persons Property Tax Relief

The Senior Citizens’ and Disabled Persons’ Property Tax Relief is a program that helps seniors and people with disabilities pay less or no property tax.
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maca.gov.nt.ca
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Northwest Territories
Finance
The Senior Citizens’ and Disabled Persons’ Property Tax Relief is a program that helps seniors and people with disabilities pay less or no property tax.

NL Income Supplement and the NL Seniors’ Benefit

These benefits are refundable tax credits that may be paid to low income individuals, seniors and families. A refundable tax credit is an amount paid even if there is no tax payable.
Source:
gov.nl.ca
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Newfoundland and Labrador
Finance
These benefits are refundable tax credits that may be paid to low income individuals, seniors and families. A refundable tax credit is an amount paid even if there is no tax payable.

New Brunswick Seniors' Home Renovation Tax Credit

As a senior 65 years or older in New Brunswick, you could qualify for a tax credit to help with the cost of making your home safer and more accessible.
Source:
www2.gnb.ca
Web Page
New Brunswick
Finance
As a senior 65 years or older in New Brunswick, you could qualify for a tax credit to help with the cost of making your home safer and more accessible.

Manitoba Seniors' School Tax Rebate

The Rebate calculation is based on the total of residential school taxes assessed net of the Basic and Seniors Education Property Tax Credit received or receivable
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gov.mb.ca
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Manitoba
Finance
The Rebate calculation is based on the total of residential school taxes assessed net of the Basic and Seniors Education Property Tax Credit received or receivable

BC Income Tax and Tax Credits for Seniors

The B.C. Government offers information for seniors on Income Tax and Tax Credits.
Source:
www2.gov.bc.ca
Web Page
British Columbia
Finance
The B.C. Government offers information for seniors on Income Tax and Tax Credits.

Alberta Seniors Property Tax Deferral Program

Eligible senior homeowners can defer all or part of their municipal property taxes with a low-interest home equity loan.
Source:
alberta.ca
Web Page
Alberta
Finance
Eligible senior homeowners can defer all or part of their municipal property taxes with a low-interest home equity loan.

Ontario Seniors Care at Home Tax Credit

Find out if you are eligible for a tax credit to help low- to moderate-income seniors with eligible medical expenses, including expenses that support aging at home.
Source:
ontario.ca
Web Page
Ontario
Finance
Find out if you are eligible for a tax credit to help low- to moderate-income seniors with eligible medical expenses, including expenses that support aging at home.

Canadian Government Services for Seniors Guide (PDF)

A guide to Government of Canada services for seniors and their families
Source:
publications.gc.ca
Web Page
Canada
Finance
A guide to Government of Canada services for seniors and their families

Responding to Elder Abuse and Neglect: Mental Capacity and Consent

The law says that all adults have mental capacity unless otherwise established. The ability to make one’s own decisions is a fundamental human right and the loss of this right can be devastating.
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nicenet.ca
Nice Tools
Canada
Legal
The law says that all adults have mental capacity unless otherwise established. The ability to make one’s own decisions is a fundamental human right and the loss of this right can be devastating.

Responding to Elder Abuse and Neglect: Factsheet for Nurses

Indicators of elder abuse will vary, depending on an older adult’s experience. Knowing what is important to the older adult, what support and assistance is available, and what risk factors exist will help identify abusive situations.
Source:
nicenet.ca
Nice Tools
Canada
Legal
Indicators of elder abuse will vary, depending on an older adult’s experience. Knowing what is important to the older adult, what support and assistance is available, and what risk factors exist will help identify abusive situations.

Responding to Elder Abuse and Neglect: Factsheet for Doctors

The appropriate response to elder abuse and neglect is to offer the most effective, but least restrictive and intrusive, support or assistance.
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nicenet.ca
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Canada
Legal
The appropriate response to elder abuse and neglect is to offer the most effective, but least restrictive and intrusive, support or assistance.

Responding to Elder Abuse and Neglect: Factsheet for Administrators

The appropriate response to concerns regarding abuse and neglect is to offer the most effective, but least restrictive and intrusive support, assistance or protection
Source:
nicenet.ca
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Canada
Legal
The appropriate response to concerns regarding abuse and neglect is to offer the most effective, but least restrictive and intrusive support, assistance or protection

Responding to Elder Abuse and Neglect: Factsheet For Personal Support Workers

Some hospitals and health authorities have developed diagnostic tools to help health care professionals identify elder abuse.
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nicenet.ca
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Canada
Legal
Some hospitals and health authorities have developed diagnostic tools to help health care professionals identify elder abuse.

Responding to Elder Abuse and Neglect: Confidential Patient & Client Information

Protecting personal and health information is vital to everyone. Technology has enhanced the ability to share information, but health care professionals are legally obligated to limit the disclosure of personal and health information.
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nicenet.ca
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Canada
Elder Abuse
Protecting personal and health information is vital to everyone. Technology has enhanced the ability to share information, but health care professionals are legally obligated to limit the disclosure of personal and health information.

When Dementia is in the House: Advice for Parents

Special Challenges for Parents who Are the Primary FTD Caregivers. When your spouse is diagnosed with a terminal, degenerative illness, you suffer relentless, devastating loss with no apparent resolution long before that person’s physical death.
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nicenet.ca
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Mental Health
Special Challenges for Parents who Are the Primary FTD Caregivers. When your spouse is diagnosed with a terminal, degenerative illness, you suffer relentless, devastating loss with no apparent resolution long before that person’s physical death.

Screening & Assessment - Delirium, Dementia & Depression

Deterioration Cognitive Observee (DECO) - The DECO questionnaire is to be completed by a person, such as a family member, who has had at least monthly contact with the client for the last 3 years
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nicenet.ca
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Canada
Mental Health
Deterioration Cognitive Observee (DECO) - The DECO questionnaire is to be completed by a person, such as a family member, who has had at least monthly contact with the client for the last 3 years

ON - Legal Issues and Costs Associated with Becoming a Custodial Grandparent

Taking custody of your grandchildren can be complicated. Custodial grandparents do not have automatic rights to legal help when seeking custody of their grandchildren.
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nicenet.ca
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Ontario
Legal
Taking custody of your grandchildren can be complicated. Custodial grandparents do not have automatic rights to legal help when seeking custody of their grandchildren.

Early Onset Dementia: Advice for Couples

The changes in intimacy related to the onset of the EOD are distressing to many couples. EOD may cause an increase in sexual activity or the opposite may occur and sexual desire dissipates.
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nicenet.ca
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Canada
Mental Health
The changes in intimacy related to the onset of the EOD are distressing to many couples. EOD may cause an increase in sexual activity or the opposite may occur and sexual desire dissipates.

Depression: Assessment and Treatment for Older Adults

IS MY PATIENT AT RISK FOR DEPRESSION? National Guidelines for Seniors Mental Health
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nicenet.ca
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Canada
Mental Health
IS MY PATIENT AT RISK FOR DEPRESSION? National Guidelines for Seniors Mental Health

Are My Older Patients at Higher Risk of Depression Postcard

Risk factors for depression in elderly patients
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nicenet.ca
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Not Location Specific
Mental Health
Risk factors for depression in elderly patients

Train the Trainer Resource

The aim of this tool is to assist agencies to train their trainers in the prevention, detection and intervention of elder mistreatment.
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nicenet.ca
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Not Location Specific
Elder Abuse
The aim of this tool is to assist agencies to train their trainers in the prevention, detection and intervention of elder mistreatment.

Theft by Person(s) Holding Power of Attorney Investigation Reference Guide

Power of Attorney or “POA” is a legal planning tool that mentally capable adults can use to appoint someone else to make decisions for them.
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nicenet.ca
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Canada
Elder Abuse
Power of Attorney or “POA” is a legal planning tool that mentally capable adults can use to appoint someone else to make decisions for them.

IOA: Indicators of Abuse

The Indicators of Abuse (IOA) checklist signals mistreatment of seniors. The IOA (pronounced Iowa) also helps sensitize the practitioner to important abuse issues.
Source:
nicenet.ca
Nice Tools
Canada
Elder Abuse
The Indicators of Abuse (IOA) checklist signals mistreatment of seniors. The IOA (pronounced Iowa) also helps sensitize the practitioner to important abuse issues.

IN HAND - An Ethical Decision-Making Framework

This framework has been developed from research results in clinical settings to support psychosocial practitioners in their ethical reflection leading to decision-making during the intervention process in a senior abuse situation.
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nicenet.ca
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Elder Abuse
This framework has been developed from research results in clinical settings to support psychosocial practitioners in their ethical reflection leading to decision-making during the intervention process in a senior abuse situation.

Elder Abuse - Assessment and Intervention Reference Guide

Seniors deserve to live with dignity and respect. Abuse and neglect of an older person is any action or inaction by any person that causes harm to an older person.
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nicenet.ca
Nice Tools
Canada
Elder Abuse
Seniors deserve to live with dignity and respect. Abuse and neglect of an older person is any action or inaction by any person that causes harm to an older person.

DMEA: Defining and Measuring Elder Abuse

The following is the updated/revised version of the broad conceptual definition of mistreatment that was developed by participants in the Defining and Measuring Elder Abuse (DMEA) Definition Consensus workshop:
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nicenet.ca
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Elder Abuse
The following is the updated/revised version of the broad conceptual definition of mistreatment that was developed by participants in the Defining and Measuring Elder Abuse (DMEA) Definition Consensus workshop:

CCR: Coordinated Community Response to Abuse of Seniors

In this whole community model, a “network” is a diverse group of concerned community members who come together to create a Coordinated Community Response to abuse of older adults.
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nicenet.ca
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Canada
Elder Abuse
In this whole community model, a “network” is a diverse group of concerned community members who come together to create a Coordinated Community Response to abuse of older adults.

CASE: Caregiving Abuse Screen

The Caregiver Abuse Screen (CASE) is a screening measure for detecting abuse of seniors. It is intended for use with all clients who are caregivers of seniors, whether or not abuse is suspected.
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nicenet.ca
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Not Location Specific
Elder Abuse
The Caregiver Abuse Screen (CASE) is a screening measure for detecting abuse of seniors. It is intended for use with all clients who are caregivers of seniors, whether or not abuse is suspected.

Screening for Alcohol Issues in Older People

It is important to ask about alcohol use. Remember, alcohol is a drug! As we age there are inevitably changes particularly in older women in the ability to metabolize substances, even when used in moderation.
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nicenet.ca
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Addictions
It is important to ask about alcohol use. Remember, alcohol is a drug! As we age there are inevitably changes particularly in older women in the ability to metabolize substances, even when used in moderation.

Opioids, Benzodiazepines and the Elderly: A pocket guide

Physicians are reluctant to prescribe opioids because of an increased risk of falls and sedation. But opioids have an important role to play in therapy.
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nicenet.ca
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Canada
Addictions
Physicians are reluctant to prescribe opioids because of an increased risk of falls and sedation. But opioids have an important role to play in therapy.

QC - Understanding the Legal Dimensions of Financial Literacy: Power of Attorney

An incapacity mandate is a legal document that gives someone else (the mandatary) the power to make decisions about your property and personal care if you (the mandatory) become mentally incapable.
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nicenet.ca
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Quebec
Finance
An incapacity mandate is a legal document that gives someone else (the mandatary) the power to make decisions about your property and personal care if you (the mandatory) become mentally incapable.

ON - Understanding the Legal Dimensions of Financial Literacy: Power of Attorney

Power of Attorney is a legal document that gives another person the power, or right, to make decisions for you. The person you authorize to make decisions for you is called the attorney.
Source:
nicenet.ca
Nice Tools
Ontario
Finance
Power of Attorney is a legal document that gives another person the power, or right, to make decisions for you. The person you authorize to make decisions for you is called the attorney.

Adopting Effective Money Management Practices

Adopting Effective Money Management Practices: Budgeting for the needs of Custodial Grandchildren.
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nicenet.ca
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Finance
Adopting Effective Money Management Practices: Budgeting for the needs of Custodial Grandchildren.

NL - The Legal Dimensions of Financial Literacy Tool

Power of Attorney is a legal document that gives another person the power, or right, to make decisions for you. The person you authorize to make decisions for you is called the attorney.
Source:
nicenet.ca
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Newfoundland and Labrador
Finance
Power of Attorney is a legal document that gives another person the power, or right, to make decisions for you. The person you authorize to make decisions for you is called the attorney.

Credit and Debt Management

It is easy to feel overwhelmed by debt. When you cannot pay your bills, you need to pay even closer attention to your finances.
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nicenet.ca
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Canada
Finance
It is easy to feel overwhelmed by debt. When you cannot pay your bills, you need to pay even closer attention to your finances.

Introduction to Older Adults and Substance Use

Older adults who continue the same pattern of drinking into their senior years may not be aware that they have less tolerance than when they were younger
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nicenet.ca
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Canada
Addictions
Older adults who continue the same pattern of drinking into their senior years may not be aware that they have less tolerance than when they were younger

BC - Understanding the Legal Dimensions of Financial Literacy: Power of Attorney

POA is a legal document that lets you give authority to another person to make financial and legal decisions for you.
Source:
nicenet.ca
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British Columbia
Legal
POA is a legal document that lets you give authority to another person to make financial and legal decisions for you.

Preventing and Intervening in Situations of Financial Abuse

Financial abuse is the most common form of elder abuse in Canada. Financial abuse refers to theft or exploitation of a person’s money, property, or assets.
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nicenet.ca
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Canada
Finance
Financial abuse is the most common form of elder abuse in Canada. Financial abuse refers to theft or exploitation of a person’s money, property, or assets.

When Should You Consult? A few tests you can do yourself

A Self Assessment brochure (PDF) - Each chapter addresses a common health problem that should be detected and treated as early as possible and that is easy for people to assess themselves with no special medical knowledge.
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nicenet.ca
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Caregiving
A Self Assessment brochure (PDF) - Each chapter addresses a common health problem that should be detected and treated as early as possible and that is easy for people to assess themselves with no special medical knowledge.

Legal Information for Ontario Grandparents Raising their Grandchildren

Many grandparents in Ontario are raising their grandchildren. If you have taken on this important task, you are entitled to some assistance. This NICE Tool provides legal information and a list of resources that may help you.
Source:
nicenet.ca
Nice Tools
Ontario
Legal
Many grandparents in Ontario are raising their grandchildren. If you have taken on this important task, you are entitled to some assistance. This NICE Tool provides legal information and a list of resources that may help you.

Financial Resources for Ontario Grandparents Raising their Grandchildren

Many grandparents in Ontario are raising their grandchildren. If you have taken on this important task, you are entitled to support. This online tool provides a list of financial resources that may help.
Source:
nicenet.ca
Nice Tools
Ontario
Finance
Many grandparents in Ontario are raising their grandchildren. If you have taken on this important task, you are entitled to support. This online tool provides a list of financial resources that may help.

Medication Utilization - Potential Medication Problems of the Elderly

A useful model for understanding potential medication problems for elderly patients is reviewed in a series of guidelines contained in the Drug-related Problems Model
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nicenet.ca
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Caregiving
A useful model for understanding potential medication problems for elderly patients is reviewed in a series of guidelines contained in the Drug-related Problems Model

EASI – Elder Abuse Suspicion Index

The EASI was developed* to raise a doctor’s suspicion about elder abuse to a level at which it might be reasonable to propose a referral for further evaluation by social services, adult protective services, or equivalents.
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nicenet.ca
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Elder Abuse
The EASI was developed* to raise a doctor’s suspicion about elder abuse to a level at which it might be reasonable to propose a referral for further evaluation by social services, adult protective services, or equivalents.

ROPE: Relating to Older People Evaluation

The Relating to Older People Evaluation (ROPE) is a self-report measure of the frequency and type of ageist behaviors. ROPE is a 20-item questionnaire that measures personal discrimination
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nicenet.ca
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Caregiving
The Relating to Older People Evaluation (ROPE) is a self-report measure of the frequency and type of ageist behaviors. ROPE is a 20-item questionnaire that measures personal discrimination

BLI: Being Least Intrusive

Being Least Intrusive emerges from the frontline challenges of practice in responding to situations of abuse, neglect and self-neglect of vulnerable First Nation adults living in on-reserve First Nation communities
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nicenet.ca
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Canada
Elder Abuse
Being Least Intrusive emerges from the frontline challenges of practice in responding to situations of abuse, neglect and self-neglect of vulnerable First Nation adults living in on-reserve First Nation communities

BASE: Brief Abuse Screen for the Elderly

Use of the BASE screening method helps determine answers to questions such as: What kinds of abuse are more common? And, how quickly does intervention need to take place?
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nicenet.ca
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Elder Abuse
Use of the BASE screening method helps determine answers to questions such as: What kinds of abuse are more common? And, how quickly does intervention need to take place?

New Brunswick Social Supports

VIDEO: Are you a senior living in New Brunswick? If so, there are programs and services geared specifically for you.
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socialsupportsnb.ca
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New Brunswick
General
VIDEO: Are you a senior living in New Brunswick? If so, there are programs and services geared specifically for you.

Senior Community Resource Councils in Manitoba

Seniors Community Resource Councils are nonprofit community based organizations located throughout Manitoba
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gov.mb.ca
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Manitoba
General
Seniors Community Resource Councils are nonprofit community based organizations located throughout Manitoba

BC Seniors

This website, SeniorsBC, provides information about government programs and services for older adults.
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gov.bc.ca
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British Columbia
General
This website, SeniorsBC, provides information about government programs and services for older adults.

Alberta Seniors Benefit

Seniors with low-income can get financial assistance to help with monthly living expenses.
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alberta.ca
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Alberta
Finance
Seniors with low-income can get financial assistance to help with monthly living expenses.

Yukon Seniors and Elders

Seniors and Elders services in the Yukon
Source:
yukon-seniors-and-elders.org
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Yukon
General
Seniors and Elders services in the Yukon

Saskatchewan Seniors Services

Seniors services in the province of Saskatchewan
Source:
saskatchewan.ca
Web Page
Saskatchewan
General
Seniors services in the province of Saskatchewan

Quebec Programs and Services for Seniors

This guide contains information on the different government programs and services for seniors.
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quebec.ca
Web Page
Quebec
General
This guide contains information on the different government programs and services for seniors.

Prince Edward Island Seniors

This section is of special interest to our aging population. You will find practical advice and helpful information for living independently and the services and support offered if you require specialized care and assistance.
Source:
princeedwardisland.ca
Web Page
Prince Edward Island
General
This section is of special interest to our aging population. You will find practical advice and helpful information for living independently and the services and support offered if you require specialized care and assistance.

Ontario guide to programs and services for seniors

Find information on resources available for seniors in Ontario, including tax credits, health, caregiving, housing, transportation and staying safe.
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ontario.ca
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Ontario
General
Find information on resources available for seniors in Ontario, including tax credits, health, caregiving, housing, transportation and staying safe.

Nunavut Seniors Fuel Subsidy

The Senior Fuel Subsidy is a program that helps to offset the high cost of heating fuel for seniors who own and live in their homes.
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gov.nu.ca
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Nunavut
Finance
The Senior Fuel Subsidy is a program that helps to offset the high cost of heating fuel for seniors who own and live in their homes.

Nova Scotia Government Programs and Services

The Department of Seniors coordinates the various programs and services for seniors in Nova Scotia.
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novascotia.ca
Web Page
Nova Scotia
General
The Department of Seniors coordinates the various programs and services for seniors in Nova Scotia.

Applying for the Extended Health Benefits for the Northwest Territories Seniors Program

Extended Health Benefits for Seniors Program to provide eligible residents of the Northwest Territories who are 60 years of age and over access to a range of benefits not covered by hospital and medical care insurance.
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hss.gov.nt.ca
Web Page
Northwest Territories
Finance
Extended Health Benefits for Seniors Program to provide eligible residents of the Northwest Territories who are 60 years of age and over access to a range of benefits not covered by hospital and medical care insurance.

For Seniors in Newfoundland and Labrador

This section provides a variety of information on topics that may be relevant and useful for Newfoundland and Labrador seniors.
Source:
gov.nl.ca
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Newfoundland and Labrador
General
This section provides a variety of information on topics that may be relevant and useful for Newfoundland and Labrador seniors.

Management of Alcohol Use Disorders in Older Adults: What Doctors Need to Know

Screening and Identification, Alcohol Consumption History, Withdrawal, Symptoms & Treatment
Source:
nicenet.ca
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Addictions
Screening and Identification, Alcohol Consumption History, Withdrawal, Symptoms & Treatment

Early Onset Dementia: Advice for Caregivers

What is early onset dementia and the importance of early detection.
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nicenet.ca
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Mental Health
What is early onset dementia and the importance of early detection.

Responding to Elder Abuse and Neglect: Charting Sheet Tool

Health care professionals and/or service providers should use this form to document concerns about abuse or neglect of an older adult.
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nicenet.ca
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Legal
Health care professionals and/or service providers should use this form to document concerns about abuse or neglect of an older adult.

Developing a Personalized Financial Plan Tool

How to create a monthly budget, track income and expenses and a monthly budget worksheet
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nicenet.ca
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Finance
How to create a monthly budget, track income and expenses and a monthly budget worksheet

Adopting Effective Banking Practices

Banking in Canada, Opening a bank account, bank cards - which account is good for me
Source:
nicenet.ca
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British Columbia
Finance
Banking in Canada, Opening a bank account, bank cards - which account is good for me

PDOA: Periodontal Disease and Older Adults

What is periodontal disease?, symptoms, impacts, treatments and prevention
Source:
nicenet.ca
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Physical Health
What is periodontal disease?, symptoms, impacts, treatments and prevention

Communicating with people living with dementia

VIDEO: Understand how dementia affects communication and learn some useful tips and strategies for your conversations with people living with dementia as they progress through the stages of the disease.
Source:
alzheimer.ca
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Mental Health
VIDEO: Understand how dementia affects communication and learn some useful tips and strategies for your conversations with people living with dementia as they progress through the stages of the disease.

30 Minute Walking workout for Seniors

VIDEO: This 30-minute cardio walking workout will strengthen your heart and cardiovascular system while building strength in your body overall.
Source:
yes2next.com
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Physical Health
VIDEO: This 30-minute cardio walking workout will strengthen your heart and cardiovascular system while building strength in your body overall.

Why are healthy eating patterns important for older adults?

Nutrient needs change as you age. Eating nutrient-rich foods will help you get the vitamins, minerals, protein, carbohydrates, and fats you need. Healthy eating , will also help to prevent or manage heart disease, diabetes, osteoporosis and some cancers.
Source:
ottawapublichealth.ca
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Physical Health
Nutrient needs change as you age. Eating nutrient-rich foods will help you get the vitamins, minerals, protein, carbohydrates, and fats you need. Healthy eating , will also help to prevent or manage heart disease, diabetes, osteoporosis and some cancers.

Canada’s food guide Healthy eating for seniors

Healthy eating is a key part of aging well. It is a way for you to stay healthy and strong, which is important to maintain your independence and quality of life.
Source:
food-guide.canada.ca
Web Page
Canada
Physical Health
Healthy eating is a key part of aging well. It is a way for you to stay healthy and strong, which is important to maintain your independence and quality of life.

Seniors - Government of New Brunswick

Info on financial assistance, housing, healthy aging, residential and long-term care, protection and more for seniors in New Brunswick.
Source:
www2.gnb.ca
Web Page
New Brunswick
General
Info on financial assistance, housing, healthy aging, residential and long-term care, protection and more for seniors in New Brunswick.

Manitoba Seniors and Long-Term Care

Seniors and Long-Term Care is a department within the Government of Manitoba.
Source:
gov.mb.ca
Web Page
Manitoba
General
Seniors and Long-Term Care is a department within the Government of Manitoba.

Alberta Seniors

Financial assistance and other supports for seniors, caregivers and service providers.
Source:
alberta.ca
Web Page
Alberta
General
Financial assistance and other supports for seniors, caregivers and service providers.

When someone close to you is dying

Helping someone through the last years of their life is one of the most difficult journeys anyone can take. As the illness progresses, you may have to make important decisions on behalf of someone close to you.
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nicenet.ca
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Caregiving
Helping someone through the last years of their life is one of the most difficult journeys anyone can take. As the illness progresses, you may have to make important decisions on behalf of someone close to you.

Canadian taxes when you retire or turn 65

Types of income you may receive when you retire or turn 65 years old. How to pay income tax or other additional tax. How to reduce the tax you owe. How your taxes are affected when living abroad
Source:
canada.ca
Web Page
Canada
Finance
Types of income you may receive when you retire or turn 65 years old. How to pay income tax or other additional tax. How to reduce the tax you owe. How your taxes are affected when living abroad

Seated Exercises for Older Adults

VIDEO: This video includes both balance and strengthening exercises, which can prevent falls and hip fractures. This video is appropriate for those older adults who cannot stand or who need support when standing.
Source:
youtu.be
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Physical Health
VIDEO: This video includes both balance and strengthening exercises, which can prevent falls and hip fractures. This video is appropriate for those older adults who cannot stand or who need support when standing.

Canadian Benefits Finder

The Benefits Finder is a tool that can help you find Benefits and Services that you may be eligible to receive. It asks a few questions and uses your answers to search.
Source:
benefitsfinder.services.gc.ca
Web Page
Canada
Finance
The Benefits Finder is a tool that can help you find Benefits and Services that you may be eligible to receive. It asks a few questions and uses your answers to search.

Driving Cessation Information

One of the most important concerns for cognitively impaired older adults is when to cease driving a vehicle due to a decline in driving skills that potentially place the person and others at risk.
Source:
nicenet.ca
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Canada
Caregiving
One of the most important concerns for cognitively impaired older adults is when to cease driving a vehicle due to a decline in driving skills that potentially place the person and others at risk.
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