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Enhancing care and quality of life for older adults

Welcome to the Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging

We are a charitable foundation dedicated to enhancing care and quality of life for older adults. We drive innovation to tackle the biggest issues facing an aging population.

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RIA Highlights

Dr. Linda Lee continues transformative work as renewed Schlegel Research Chair
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Research Break: Strategies to improve hydration in older adults
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Now available online: RIA Annual Report 2021-22
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Events

Feb

16

Research Break: The power of music across the lifespan Feb 16, 2023 1:30 pm
Feb

27

My Tools 4 Care In-Care webinar Feb 27, 2023 3:00 pm
Apr

15

Isolation 2 Inclusion case competition Apr 15, 2023 8:30 am to Apr 22, 2023

Resources

The RIA develops and shares resources, services, education and training to support enhanced quality of life and care for older adults. View all resources
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By Us For Us Guides
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5 older adults sitting around a dining table in a senior living setting

CHOICE+
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RIA Impact

Holistic aging research focused on quality of life

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Leaders in national dementia research

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Leaders in changing culture of aging in Canada

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