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Case competition brings community together to address social isolation

The risk of experiencing social isolation increases dramatically as we age, particularly for people within racialized groups and individuals impacted by dementia. But research tells us that when we spend more time with loved ones and remain connected to the community,...

Improving life at work for healthcare providers

Seven in 10 healthcare providers (HCP) reported worsening mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Statistics Canada. While much of the general population has struggled with mental health concerns over the past few years, HCP have faced particular...

MINT Memory Clinics Show Health System Savings of $51,500 Per Patient and Improved Quality of Life for Persons Living with Dementia

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

Now Open – Year 3 of PREP LTC!

Year 3 of PREP LTC is now open! There are changes in funding amounts and how LTC homes can allocate funds. This year offers a flexible funding mix of up to $40,000 or more, giving homes the freedom to use the funds where they’re needed most! Pick the best option to...

Empowering older adults: The importance of drug safety education

As we get older, our bodies change, including our response to medications and how we handle them. Dr. Joanne Ho, Schlegel Chair in Geriatric Pharmacotherapy, associate professor at McMaster University, geriatrician and clinical pharmacologist, is committed to helping...

10th International Conference on Ageing and Spirituality to Explore Challenges and Choices in Later Life

2023 marks the year of the 10th International Conference on Ageing and Spirituality. The conference has taken place every two years since 2000 and brings people together from all over the world to share knowledge of spirituality and aging: expert researchers and...

Strategies to boost fluid intake and avoid dehydration

It’s important to drink enough fluids for more reasons than you might realize. Water is needed for many things in your body, including digesting food, controlling body temperature, and healing wounds. When you don’t drink enough water, it can cause you to feel weak,...

RIA Research Scientist wins NASA poster competition

The Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging’s (RIA) newest Research Scientist and postdoctoral fellow at the University of Waterloo’s Faculty of Health, Carmelo Mastrandrea, recently won the poster competition at the NASA Human Research Program Investigators’...

Q&A with Richard Hughson: Expert insights on how to keep your heart healthy

February is Heart Month, a dedicated time to raise awareness about the importance of cardiovascular health and the impact of heart disease on 2.6 million people in Canada. Despite the significant progress made in the field of heart health, heart disease remains one of...

Dr. Linda Lee continues transformative work as renewed Schlegel Research Chair

The Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging (RIA) and Centre for Family Medicine Family Health Team are thrilled to announce the renewal of Dr. Linda Lee as Schlegel Research Chair in Primary Care for Elders. Dr. Lee’s passion for enhancing the lives of people...

Research Break: 3rd Dose and COVID-19 Immune Response in Long-Term Care

Research break is a series of short webinars to share timely and evolving research with those working in the senior living sector, older adults, care partners, and the general public. In the 3rd Dose and COVID-19 Immune Response in Long-Term Care webinar, Andrew...

Research Break: Strategies to improve hydration in older adults

Research break is a series of short webinars to share timely and evolving research with those working in the senior living sector, older adults, care partners, and the general public. Watch the recording of Research Break: Strategies to improve hydration below. All of...

Empowering people to live well with dementia

Research shows that when a dementia diagnosis is made, most people feel overwhelmed and they don’t get the support, resources and help they need. Forward with Dementia is a website created to improve the experience and care for people living with dementia and their...

Highlights 2022

As we reflect on the year 2022, we are pleased to highlight some of the notable achievements and appointments from the past 12 months. This year, we were able to drive innovation on an unprecedented scale, thanks to the hard work and dedication of our researchers,...

Together we can help

Today is Giving Tuesday, the world’s largest generosity movement. What started in 2012 (2013 in Canada) as a simple idea, has grown into a global movement and inspires millions of people to give, collaborate and get involved each year. Everyone has something to give...

RIA celebrates Veronique Boscart’s research and impact as a Schlegel Research Chair

The Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging (RIA) announces a change in Research Chairs as Veronique Boscart concludes her role following two successful, five-year terms as CIHR/Schlegel Industrial Research Chair for Colleges in Seniors Care (IRCC). Boscart joined...

New funding supports arts and aging research for care partners

Sheridan College has been awarded a new College and Community Social Innovation Fund (CCSIF) grants from the Natural Sciences Engineering and Research Council of Canada (NSERC) that will address support for long-term care team members. Kate Dupuis, Schlegel Innovation...

Now available online: RIA Annual Report 2021-22

We are proud to present the 2021-22 RIA Annual Report: Driving Innovation in Aging, now available online. From January 2021-March 2022, our team grew exponentially in response to more innovative programs, more world-leading research and more evidence-based education....

The choices that can enhance the mealtime experience

When she considers the concepts behind the CHOICE+ dining initiative to enhance the mealtime experience for residents in long-term care or retirement settings, Susan Ross says much of it seems to be simple, common sense. Yet in so many environments, practices are...

Lora Giangregorio renewed as Schlegel Research Chair in Mobility and Aging

The Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging and University of Waterloo are pleased to announce Lora Giangregorio’s renewal as the Schlegel Research Chair in Mobility and Aging. Giangregorio’s research on safe and effective exercises for older adults and on working...