February 22, 2021
Mac study looks to help families discuss end-of-life care during COVID-19
https://www.thespec.com/news/hamilton-region/2020/12/30/mac-study-looks-to-help-families-discuss-end-of-life-care-during-covid-19.htmlLong-term-care staff are so swamped with COVID-19 protocols that end-of-life discussions aren’t occurring with residents and families, says a McMaster University professor.
February 22, 2021
Understanding the Role of Knowledge in Advance Care Planning Engagement
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33587993/Advance care planning remains underutilized. A better understanding of the role of education in promoting engagement is needed.
February 22, 2021
Muscedere and Puxty: Seniors are not the problem – they’re part of the solution
https://ottawacitizen.com/opinion/muscedere-and-puxty-seniors-are-not-the-problem-theyre-part-of-the-solution?fbclid=IwAR0Ovo9v0v5Cq44EhgA-0XWBH3UJ7hHjEU57iMcxXQ_3W-uNnOr0Ap_S4lgWhat’s forgotten in the focus on keeping seniors safe is that older adults aren’t solely vulnerable and reliant but contribute greatly to our economy and to […]
February 8, 2021
Canadians aged 55-64 experienced more negative effects from the pandemic than those over 65 (DAT team)
https://vancouversun.com/news/canadians-aged-55-to-64-experienced-more-negative-effects-from-the-pandemic-than-those-over-65-surveyWhile seniors in care facilities have received more public attention, “only about five per cent” of Canadian seniors are in care facilities.