Nov 13 2018
(Français) “We have accomplished much in the first three and a half years of our mandate but we are always looking forward,” said Mimi Lowi-Young, AGE-WELL Board Chair, as she announced eight Challenge Areas that will drive AGE-WELL’s research and innovation agenda for 2020 and beyond. The announcement was made on November 7 at the
Nov 8 2018
(Français) Rakuten Kobo President and CEO Michael Tamblyn has been named the inaugural Chief Entrepreneur of AGE-WELL, Canada’s Technology and Aging Network. “We are delighted that Michael will be sharing his tremendous entrepreneurial knowledge and experience with the AGE-WELL network,” said Dr. Alex Mihailidis, Scientific Co-Director and CEO of AGE-WELL. “It’s an honour that Michael
Nov 6 2018
(Français) Every day, AGE-WELL teams across Canada are turning ideas into reality—to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults and caregivers. Our 2017-2018 Annual Report showcases a wide range of projects that are producing real-world technologies, services and policies/practices. It includes startup success stories and profiles some amazing trainees who have benefited
Oct 18 2018
(Français) Prizes for winner and runner-up total over $100k in cash and in-kind services Vancouver, Oct. 18, 2018 – A new app designed to help people with later-stage dementia to continue reading has won the AGE-WELL National Impact Challenge. The app currently has accessibility features such as automatic page turning. Stories touch on themes of
Oct 17 2018
(Français) Vancouver, BC – A new mobile app aims to help people with early dementia or mild cognitive impairment to manage daily activities and keep track of how they are doing, providing greater independence. The novel technology guides users through their day. Using audio, text or visual prompts, it reminds people to carry out tasks