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Unobtrusive in-home monitoring using wireless signals offers exciting possibilities for health care

Imagine a future where your home could monitor your health and daily activities without cameras or wearable devices. There was a time this type of technology or idea only existed in science fiction, but researchers at the University of Waterloo and the Schlegel-UW...

Q&A with Lora: Standing strong against falls and fractures

In recognition of Osteoporosis Awareness Month and Fall Prevention Month, we’re focusing on maintaining a safe and healthy lifestyle for older adults. Lora Giangregorio, Schlegel Research Chair in Mobility and Aging, shares valuable tips on avoiding falls and...

Holding space for moral healing in long-term care

By: Kate Dupuis, Jane Kuepfer, Scott Mitchell COVID-19 pandemic and long-term care During the COVID-19 pandemic, team members working in long-term care homes were often required to perform duties outside of their typical day-to-day responsibilities. With limited...

The RIA issues RFP for Forward with Dementia project

The Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging (RIA) is seeking an experienced marketing firm to develop and implement a multi-channel marketing campaign to increase awareness of the Forward with Dementia project. View and read the full RFP Forward with Dementia project...

The importance of co-design in long-term care homes

Aging is complex and unique to every person. While researchers and experts in the field of aging may have decades of experience and knowledge, residents have unique and valuable firsthand experience of aging themselves. That’s why the Ontario Centres for...

A timely defense against COVID-19

Navigating through the seemingly endless challenges presented by COVID-19, studies like COVID in LTC are paving the way for a more informed approach for older adults in senior living settings. Co-led by Andrew Costa, Schlegel Research Chair in Clinical Epidemiology...

Shaping guidance on the management of osteoporotic spine fractures

Spine fractures, the most frequent osteoporotic fracture, can cause severe chronic pain, spinal deformity, and functional disability, leading to a diminished quality of life and increased mortality. They are also associated with psychological distress like depression,...

Preventing adverse drug events from medication list discrepancies

As we age, our bodies change, and so does the way we process medication. Combine this with the fact that older adults often have to manage multiple medications for various health conditions, and it’s easy to see how things can get tangled up. While accurate medication...

New research underscores the value of MINT Memory Clinics in alleviating health-care pressures

A new study exploring the cost-effectiveness analysis of MINT Memory Clinics has found a net cost savings of $51,500 per patient, compared to those in Ontario without the service, with improvement in quality of life for those living with dementia. The study, titled...

Our donors drive our impact

A legacy of participation and giving It started with a simple research participation certificate. The certificate arrived in the mail shortly before Kerry Townson’s mother passed away in 2015. As a resident of a retirement home in Kitchener, Ontario, Joyce Townson...

Announcing One Day: Person-Centred Culture, Making a Difference Every Day

One day in a resident’s life. One day, we will all be older. One day, a person-centred approach will be how older adults everywhere are cared for. Each of these statements inspired the newly developed One Day virtual workshop, an instructor-led eight-hour training...

Spotlight on the RIA’s newest researchers

We are delighted to welcome three leading researchers to our world-class research team. Dr. Sophiya Benjamin, Laura Middleton, and Tejal Patel. Together with our existing 12 Schlegel Research Chairs and 2 Schlegel Specialists, our new researchers will tackle the...

Dr. Sophiya Benjamin appointed as Schlegel Chair in Mental Health and Aging

We are pleased to announce Dr. Sophiya Benjamin as the Schlegel Chair in Mental Health and Aging at the Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging (RIA). This appointment comes as a recognition of her outstanding contributions to the fields of geriatric psychiatry,...

Boosting well-being through arts and creativity

The power of arts and creativity to enhance the lives of older adults is invaluable. From gardening to listening to music, everyone can enjoy the benefits of creativity. We sat down with Kate Dupuis, Schlegel Innovation Leader in Arts & Aging, to discuss how...

Waterloo Pharmacy professor named new Schlegel Specialist

WATERLOO, Ont. – The University of Waterloo and Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging are pleased to announce that Tejal Patel, associate professor at the University of Waterloo’s School of Pharmacy, has been appointed as Schlegel Specialist in Medication...

Q&A with Jane Kuepfer: Nurturing your spiritual life to help age well

Jane Kuepfer, Schlegel Specialist in Spirituality and Aging, has always been deeply fascinated by the wisdom that is cultivated through years of living, and the way people navigate and become inspired by the experiences of life. We asked her some questions about what...

Laura Middleton appointed Schlegel Research Chair in Dementia and Active Living

WATERLOO, Ont. – The University of Waterloo’s Faculty of Health and Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging are pleased to announce that Laura Middleton, associate professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences at the University of Waterloo, has been...

Laurier, RIA Announce Plans for New Schlegel Research Chair in Music Therapy and Aging

The Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging (RIA) and Wilfrid Laurier University are pleased to announce the creation of the Schlegel Research Chair in Music Therapy and Aging made possible by the generosity of the RBJ Schlegel Family Foundation. This first...

Supporting Your Neighbours: A community conversation guide

As we get older, the risk of social isolation increases significantly. But the truth is, social isolation doesn’t have to be part of aging. Social isolation is the lack of meaningful communication, contact or interaction and can be caused by a variety of factors, such...

Creating comfort and belonging for people living with dementia

Creating a comfortable environment for people living with dementia is crucial for their wellbeing. Whether you have been diagnosed yourself, or care for someone living with dementia, there are simple things you can do to make home welcoming and calming. We spoke with...