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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