Jun 7 2018
(Français) When someone you know goes missing, it’s a scary time for family and friends. Sixty per cent of people with dementia-related memory problems become lost at some point, according to the Alzheimer Society of Ontario. The number of individuals living with dementia is expected to reach 937,000 by 2031, a 66% increase from current
Jun 5 2018
(Français) For older adults recovering from stroke, an advanced “telerobotic” rehabilitation system developed by researchers in London, Ontario opens the door to a new supervised in-home therapy. The AGE-WELL-supported team is now testing its system with the goal of delivering frequent, low-cost, individualized therapy at home for older stroke survivors. The system, which incorporates haptic-
May 23 2018
(Français) AGE-WELL sponsors new publishing brand that embodies the middle-age forever mindset YouAreUNLTD is a new publishing brand designed to disrupt and redefine what it means to get older, by providing Canadians with a fresh voice and the resources they want to age with vitality. This business-to-business-to-consumer (B2B2C) publishing brand targets a unique audience, that
May 14 2018
(Français) Engaging with policymakers is an important part of driving innovation in Canada. That is why AGE-WELL held its first ever Day on the Hill in Ottawa on May 2. AGE-WELL researchers, trainees, startups and innovation hubs showcased new technologies designed to support healthy aging, and interacted with MPs, Senators and government staff. The event
May 2 2018
(Français) National competition launched to identify innovative ideas to support healthy aging OTTAWA, May 3, 2018 – Canadians are being invited to take part in a national competition that will identify great new ideas to support healthy aging. The AGE-WELL National Impact Challenge is looking for new and unique technology-based solutions that can benefit Canadians