This commentary discusses the importance of person-centered interventions that address social isolation among older adults and are responsive to older adults’ diverse needs and experiences.
This story outlines how Cool Aid community organization and their partners responded to support people made vulnerable by their housing situation in Victoria, British Columbia during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. Equity, community, collaboration, and holistic care were centered. Principles and practices to support improved relationships between community, primary care and public health are highlighted.
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This self-directed introductory online course from the NCCDH and Public Health Ontario is designed to build knowledge, skills and competencies in health equity work. Updates made in 2023 include refreshed content and updated links.
This NCCDH resource summarizes key themes found through several initiatives and their application to promote wellbeing and health equity among older adults in Canada.
This story outlines the COVID-19 response at the Cargill plant in Alberta, where equity and community were centered. Principles and practices to support improved relationships between public health and primary care are highlighted.