Rehab and Community Care Magazine

07/11/2024

Not just a disease of the elderly

Not just a disease of the elderly You, Your Child & Arthritis is a valuable resource for families of children with juvenile arthritis (JA). This endorsed guide provides the information parents/caregivers need to understand their child’s disease and to feel comfortable caring for them as well as th...

05/11/2024

When it comes to local housing inventory there are few “decent” options especially for older adults who want future proof their lifestyles and don’t fancy moving to a traditional retirement facility. Penguin Living

When it comes to local housing inventory there are few “decent” options especially for older adults who want future proof their lifestyles and don’t fancy moving to a traditional retirement facility. Penguin Living apartments are a new unique and affordable home for seniors who want a safe and...

24/10/2024

A Q&A with Dr. Samantha Green, President-Elect of the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment Q) To start with, can you give us a brief recap of what the changing climate will mean for conditions here in Canada? A) So right now we’re sitting at about 1.2 degrees of warming above pre...

23/10/2024

Sharing commonalities and building solidarity

Sharing commonalities and building solidarity By Natasha Way A safe space for those who have been impacted by loss, intergenerational trauma and cultural erasure. In the BIPOC (black, Indigenous, people of colour) community, we are taught to hold in and suppress our emotions more often than not. We....

28/09/2024

How to care for the stubborn, the determined, and the inflexible

How to care for the stubborn, the determined, and the inflexible By Anjolina Rankin-West Health professionals and family members often struggle to move decision-making forward. We know that providing care can be a big responsibility with unique challenges. But just how many of us are exasperated whe...

09/09/2024

If someone experiences depression, what is the impact on the length of their future working life? That was the question asked by the team of Institute for Work & Health (IWH) scientists on a recent study, now published in Social Psychiatry & Psychiatric Epidemiology. The answer? It depends on how, a...

13/06/2024

Palliative care is…. By PAC Action Team

From the University of Victoria comes a seven chapter, 90-guide that adapts a palliative care approach to setting where people are living and dying in contexts of inequity. The is a unique, collective response to death, dying and grief in the inner city for an audience of workers providing care in housing, drop-ins, shelters and on the streets where mainstream health services are often out of reach.

equityinpalliativecare.com

09/06/2024

Built To Move By Juliet and Kelly Starrett

The ten essential habits to help people move freely and live fully are presented here in simple proven physical practices. It’s full of foundational wisdom for everyone from beginners to professional athletes and everyone in between.

08/04/2024

Rehab Science - How to Overcome Pain and Heal from Injury By Tom Walters and Glen Cordoza

The authors suggest that the body is not fragile. It is strong and adaptable. With the right education, exercise strategies, and mindset, you can figure out what’s wrong and take the first steps toward healing. The book provides 30 programs for the most common pain and injuries in every body region and provides ways to prevent ongoing flareups.

Victory Belt

Victory Belt Publishing

04/04/2024

Join us for Sunday Afternoon Tea with Kate Linder and friends! Mix and mingle with your favourite soap opera stars. Attend The Young and the Stressless Wellness Workshop with Dr. Elaine Dembe, Spend time in the Sports Lounge and sip and paint with OCAD students in our Art Lab.

Come with family members, friends and colleagues for a delightful afternoon of entertainment, prizes and delicious treats.

Join us for a fun-filled event and auction featuring

15/02/2024

AI-powered systems a game-changer in early Alzheimer’s detection

AI-powered systems a game-changer in early Alzheimer’s detection Brain diseases, particularly Alzheimer’s, represent a formidable frontier in contemporary medicine. For decades, the pursuit of a cure has been characterized by challenges and uncertainties. However, in recent years, a new dawn has...

06/02/2024

Widespread deployment of connected and automated vehicles (CAV’s) may be a step towards meeting mobility needs, particularly those with a disability. However, for CAV’s to meet a broad range of needs requires accessibility to be taken into account during vehicle and infrastructure design and development as well as in the planning of services.

Widespread deployment of connected and automated vehicles (CAV’s) may be a step towards meeting mobility needs, particularly those with a disability. However, for CAV’s to meet a broad range of needs requires accessibility to be taken into account during vehicle and infrastructure design and dev...

11/01/2024

Falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths and hospitalizations in Canada. On average, 13 older adults die and 259 are hospitalized every day from falls. Every year in Canada, between 20 and 30 per cent of older adults experience a fall.

Falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths and hospitalizations in Canada. On average, 13 older adults die and 259 are hospitalized every day from falls. Every year in Canada, between 20 and 30 per cent of older adults experience a fall. These numbers will continue to climb as older Canadi...

10/01/2024

A researcher, clinician, and First Nation scholar who was born and raised in rural Northwestern Ontario, Dr. Christopher Mushquash brings together his clinical experience as a psychologist and his community-based participatory approach focuses on Indigenous mental health and substance use through evidence-based practices that align with First Nations values.

A researcher, clinician, and First Nation scholar who was born and raised in rural Northwestern Ontario Dr. Christopher Mushquash brings together his clinical experience as a psychologist and his community-based participatory approach focuses on Indigenous mental health and substance use through evi...

02/01/2024

Social isolation and loneliness are problems many seniors face. Immigrant and refugee seniors are no exception. Social isolation refers to a low quantity and quality of contact with others, while loneliness is the subjective feeling of being disconnected from others. These conditions contribute to increased depression and social anxiety, as well as the risk of coronary heart disease, dementia and mortality.

Social isolation and loneliness are problems many seniors face. Immigrant and refugee seniors are no exception. Social isolation refers to a low quantity and quality of contact with others, while loneliness is the subjective feeling of being disconnected from others. These conditions contribute to i...

08/12/2023

The December 31st deadline is approaching to nominate your caregiver for the Canada Cares grant! Don't miss out on the opportunity to have your family get up to a $10,000 grant in accessibility funds! You can also give a professional caregiver recognition for the difference they are making.

If you could make one wish come true for your nominee using up to $10,000, what would it be? Please be specific and focus on practical things (e.g., medical supplies and devices, therapy, respite services) related to caregiving that would make a difference in the life of your nominee.  

28/11/2023

Embrace the spirit of by extending a helping hand to the remarkable caregivers in our community. Together, let's recognize their unwavering dedication, lift their spirits, and empower them with the support they need. Every act of kindness counts, so let's make this day a celebration of compassion and gratitude for our incredible caregivers.

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15/11/2023

Pumping more money into the Manitoba system that already isn’t working is not a real solution.

Pumping more money into the Manitoba healthcare system that already isn’t working is not a real solution. More money doesn’t mean fewer problems. For years, different groups in Manitoba have claimed that the government has consistently been cutting healthcare spending to the detriment of patient...