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New June 3, 2020Don't let stigma spread like a virus
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May 20, 2020Urban green spaces designed for all generations
Recent Evidence Summaries
Key messages from scientific research that's ready to be acted on
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Laughter or humour interventions improve depression and anxiety symptoms by a small to moderate amount. Laughter interventions also improve sleep quality by a small amount.
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Transition interventions for chronically-ill older adults associated with decreased mortality, readmission, and readmission days
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Alcoholics Anonymous and other 12-step programs for alcohol use disorder.
Cochrane Database Syst Rev (2020)
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Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs)
Senior livingA continuing care retirement community allows seniors to age in place. However it is the most expensive assisted living arrangement. Read this resource to learn about the typical features of continuing care retirement communities and some of their associated costs.
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A Comprehensive Guide to Financial Assistance for Senior Care and Living Expenses
Senior livingAs you age, you will have to make several financial decisions. Be prepared to take on certain important expenses such as changes in housing or your health condition. Read this resource to know what to expect financially as you age.
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Technology’s Impact on the Pandemic
Next AvenueIn the past few years, older adults have increasingly adopted technology into their lives. This is good news during the COVID-19 pandemic, when technology use is important to stay connected to friends and family. Read about some of the way technology is being used during the pandemic and how it can be beneficial for older adults.
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