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Science with SAGE presents: What is Dementia? The first of many in our series to educate you on the neuroscience behind cognitive impairments in older adults. Stay tuned for more videos like this plus much more on our TikTok page at tiktok.com/@sage.project!
Check out Saloni's explanation of why we chose to be called SAGE Project on our TikTok page! Keep an eye out for more TikToks coming soon!
 Today is International Day of Older Persons! This year the theme for #UNIDOP2021 is #DigitalEquity for all ages, and at SAGE we strive to combat social isolation using technology. Join us in fighting against the negative stereotypes and prejudice associated with ageing and create #AWorld4AllAges!
In this in-depth follow up piece, Olivia Earl continues to address ageism in the healthcare industry (catch up with Part 1 on a general ageism overview here). Here, she evaluates general attitudes by providers and considers the multiple barriers someone older may face in receiving healthcare. Her thoughtful writing invites us all to identify our own biases and understand injustices in our system. Written by Olivia Earl   This week, the new long-term care minister, Rod Phillips, announced that restrictions will be easing up in long-term care homes. As of July 7, residents can have visits with up to 10 people in an outdoor setting, and 2 visitors and 2 caregivers indoors. In late July, Ontario will move into step 3 meaning that residents won't have any limits to the number of visitors. Buffet style dining, off-site excursions, and recreational activities like dancing will resume.
Source: https://globalnews.ca/news/8009239/covid-restrictions-loosen-ontario-long-term-care/ |
