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10th International Conference on Ageing and Spirituality to Explore Challenges and Choices in Later Life
Strategies to boost fluid intake and avoid dehydration
RIA Research Scientist wins NASA poster competition
Q&A with Richard Hughson: Expert insights on how to keep your heart healthy
Dr. Linda Lee continues transformative work as renewed Schlegel Research Chair
Research Break: 3rd Dose and COVID-19 Immune Response in Long-Term Care
Research Break: Strategies to improve hydration in older adults
Empowering people to live well with dementia
Highlights 2022
Conclusion of term for CIHR/Schlegel Industrial Research Chair for Colleges in Seniors Care
New funding supports arts and aging research for care partners
Now available online: RIA Annual Report 2021-22
The choices that can enhance the mealtime experience
Lora Giangregorio renewed as Schlegel Research Chair in Mobility and Aging
Expanded education, mental health training for long-term care
Richard Hughson named Royal Society of Canada Fellow
The importance of mug and cup choices on hydration
Ron Schlegel elected into the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences Fellowship
For those who will someday die
PREP LTC opens next round of funding for long-term care homes
Jane Kuepfer renewed as Schlegel Specialist in Spirituality and Aging
6 tips to create a successful intergenerational program
Waterloo and the RIA Welcome New Schlegel Research Chair in Technology for Healthy Aging 
Virtual reality’s promising use for older adults
New approach to advance care planning preferred by Canadian long-term care residents
Five foods for healthy aging
Dr. Joanne Ho appointed Schlegel Chair in Geriatric Pharmacotherapy  
Remembering Barb Schlegel
Gert Hartmann is retiring from the RIA
New $73M project provides financial support to long-term care for optimal clinical placements
Livening virtual visits with music therapy
Spiritual resilience during the pandemic 
Q&A with Andrew Costa: 3rd Dose and COVID-19 Immunity in Long-Term Care
RIA research scientist Alfred Yu wins national fellowship
New initiative helps people navigate a dementia diagnosis
Arts and Aging Day Canada: Expressing with creativity to improve quality of life
RIA awarded 2021 Betty Havens Prize for Knowledge Mobilization in Aging
Driving change in long-term care
Remembering Safieddin Safavi-Naeini
Breaking down barriers to exercise with DICE
Minimizing injuries from the ground up
McMaster-based study supports third vaccination for seniors
New research funding explores bone health and fracture prevention in older men
Dr. Linda Lee renewed as Schlegel Research Chair
Three new CABHI-funded projects address COVID-19 concerns
Improving health and fitness at home
Now available online: SIIP Annual Newsletter
New By Us For Us guide stands up to social isolation
Now available online: RIA Annual Report 2020
LIVING the Dementia Journey program added to PSW Fund education offerings
Understanding spiritual care in long- term care: Before, during and beyond the pandemic
Schlegel family donates $6M to drive innovative research in healthy aging
Improving care with virtual education in long-term care
International conference highlights importance of spirituality and aging
Schlegel Research Chairs join National Long-Term Care Service Standards Technical Committee
In Memory of Arnold Mitnitski
Seniors Month message from executive director Josie d’Avernas
New resource helps create intergenerational connections through music therapy
New technology uses sensors to collect information at home and support healthy aging
RIA researchers look at ways to reimagine long-term care post pandemic
Tina Mah joins the RIA as executive director
MAREP featured on Dementia Dialogue podcast
UWaterloo and RIA announce search for Schlegel Chair in Technology for Healthy Aging
Studying how well vaccinations work in long-term care
The effects of inactivity on earth and in space
Technology on the International Space Station supports aging research at the RIA
Jen Boger stepping down as Schlegel Research Chair
RIA announces $1.3M in funding for community programs supporting intergenerational partnerships
RIA released new strategic plan for 2021-23
RIA receives $2M in federal funding to lead national dementia projects
Sharing stories of the arts connects older adults across Canada
Leaders in aging research renewed as Schlegel Research Chairs
Just released: Canada’s 24-Hour Movement Guidelines for Adults
A new tool for embracing diversity and inclusion in long-term care
Remembering David Kent
Executive director Josie d’Avernas announces her retirement from the RIA
Sheridan College and the RIA continue innovative arts and aging partnership
Working together for better dementia care resources
RIA celebrates World Seniors Citizens Day
Using technology for a better understanding of sleep
RIA Annual Report 2019
International project will improve dementia diagnosis and post-diagnosis experience
Filling the gap in information to improve spiritual care
Bringing different generations together for health, well-being and understanding
Expect the unexpected
Slowing down ultrasound imaging, speeding up innovation
Small ideas make for big change when partners come together
Protecting the well-being of Ontario’s long-term care workers during COVID-19
Celebrating our female researchers: International Women’s Day 2020
RIA receives funding to promote social inclusion among older adults living with dementia
Peer mentoring in long-term care is a win-win
Helping children and older adults connect: Breaking down barriers and stereotypes with music
Connecting the dots: Helping older adults navigate the legal system
Zeroing in on better care using millions of pieces of information
Improving care, staff retention in long-term care
Preventing, making falls safer
Lentils in brownies? Food that tastes good and is good for you
Changing how to care for those whose minds have changed
Connecting generations through shared curiosity
Excellence in Resident-Centred Care shines at Centennial Place
Finding courage and resilience through spirituality
RIA Annual Report 2018
Leading health system transformation for older adults in Waterloo Wellington
Government of Canada releases national dementia strategy
Aging in Space event profiles Canadian research on the International Space Station
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Sharing knowledge to improve exercise opportunities for people living with dementia
Older Adult Strategy for Waterloo-Wellington reports available online
The changing face of aging in Canada
New provincial education and training resource features RIA products
RIA contributing to national leadership course
Lived experience helping shape the next generation of assistive technology
RIA mourns the passing of MAREP founder and former board member
Heart failure awareness can make the difference
The newest Living Classroom opens in Hamilton
Using knowledge to end dementia stigma
RIA researchers work to identify and mitigate risk among new long-term care residents
Ground control in the astronaut aging process
Exploring spiritual resources as we age
Ron Schlegel receives Honorary Doctorate from McMaster University
$20,500 Ontario Trillium Foundation grant helps music program bring generations together
Spilling the beans: Research links beans to healthy aging

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