Aging Vibrantly : Conversations to Empower Seniors – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Dementia significantly impacts the lives of many Canadians, particularly for older adults and their caregivers. Canadians of all ages need to be knowledgeable about dementia, have access to information and support to lower their risk and acknowledge their role in combating stigma surrounding dementia.

In this episode we are joined with 3 esteemed guests;  Dr. Samir Sinha, Dr. Jane Rylett and Claire Webster, share their wealth of knowledge in research, policy and practice to help us better understand Dementia in Canada.

We had such a comprehensive and informative discussion with our guests that we've decided to release this podcast as a two-part episode.

In part 1, you will learn some alarming facts about Dementia, including;

• approximately half a million older adults in Canada were living with a diagnosis of dementia in 2023/24, according to the Public Health Agency of Canada, and 
  
  
• the Alzheimer Society of Canada estimates this number could approach 772,000 in 2025 and by 2050 could reach to possibly 1.7 million Canadians with nearly 1 million care partners needed to support them. 

But we can be proactive in changing these projections by becoming more knowledgeable of the modifiable risk factors that are associated with delaying or preventing dementia. All of us can play a role in challenging the associated stigma, stereotypes and discrimination associated with the disease that often inhibit people from seeking a diagnosis, medical care and support services.  

Be sure to listen to Episode 19 for PART 2 of our Dementia and Canada conversation. 

Until next time - Stay Vibrant!

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Episode Resources :

Websites:

National Institute on Ageing
www.niageing.ca

Carecrosswalk Inc.
https://www.carecrosswalk.com

McGill University
https://www.mcgill.ca/dementia

Robarts Research Institute at Western University
https://www.robarts.ca/research/scientists/rylett_jane.html

CIHR Institute of Aging
https://cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/8671.html

Reports :

National Institute on Aging (NIA) Report: Adressing Dementia in Canada: Raising Awareness, Challenging Stigma and Reducing Our Risk

Canada's National Dementia Strategy

Alzheimer Society of Canada: Navigating the Path Forward for Dementia in Canada: The Landmark Study

Alzheimer Society of Canada: The Many Faces of Dementia in Canada: The Landmark Study Report #2 

The World Alzheimer Report 2021: Journey through the diagnosis of dementia

The World Alzheimer Report 2022: Life after diagnosis: Navigating treatment, care and support

Resources :

NIA Webinar: Addressing Dementia in Canada: Raising Awareness, Challenging Stigma and Reducing Our Risk

Infographic: Dementia in Canada Including Alzheimer disease. Government of Canada (2024)

McGill Cares Webcast
www.mcgill.ca/dementia/resources/mcgill-cares-webcasts

Dementia Companion Guide (available in 14 languages) https://www.mcgill.ca/dementia/resources/dementia-your-companion-guide

Dementia Education for Care Partners
Free online course that consists of ten self-guided modules. It includes expert advice, shared experiences from participants, and solutions to the challenges of being a care partner in the context of dementia.
https://www.mcgill.ca/dementia/resources/dementia-education-care-partners

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About our Guests :

Dr. Samir Sinha is a Geriatrician and Clinician Scientist at Sinai Health System and the University Health Network in Toronto, a Professor of Medicine at the University of Toronto, the Director of Health Policy Research at Toronto Metropolitan University's National Institute on Ageing, as well as a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences and the Royal Society of Medicine.

Dr. Sinha is a highly regarded international expert in the care of older adults. As a current member of its Ministerial Advisory Board on Dementia he helped to develop Canada's National Dementia Strategy and recently led the successful development of Canada's new National Long-Term Care Services Standard.
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Dr. Jane Rylett is a Distinguished University Professor at the University of Western Ontario and scientist in translational Neurosciences Group at the Robarts Research Institute. She was appointed as the Scientific Director of the Canadian Institute of Health Research's Institute of Aging in August 2019 and is an elected fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences. She is the past Chair of the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology at Western University.

She is a cellular and molecular neurobiologist studying the consequences of age-related changes in brain and neurodegenerative diseases and recognized internationally for her contributions in the studies on cholinergic neurobiology and Alzheimer disease and has worked within the Alzheimer community for many years.
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Claire Webster is a Certified Dementia Care Consultant and Certified Professional consultant on Aging, and a conference speaker and educator in the field of caring for individuals living with Dementia. As a former care partner for her late mother who had Alzheimer Disease, Claire has lived experience on the impact of this illness on the person living with Dementia and the ripple effect on Family members.

Clair works in collaboration with the Division of Medicine and Faculty of Health Sciences at McGill University where she is the Founder and  Ambassador of the McGill Dementia Education Program and McGill Cares, a webcast series designed to support family care partners. She is also the founding President of the Caregiver Crosswalk Inc., a consulting firm that provides education and support services to help individuals navi­gate the journey of Alzheimer's disease and dementia related illnesses.

She also is one of the McGill Senior Co-Editors of Alzheimer's Disease International's World Reports Alzheimer Report for both 2021 and 2022. She is a Member of the Government of Canada's Ministerial Advisory Board on Dementia.

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CREDITS:

Producer: Lisa Widdifield

Editor: Todd Miller, The Podcast Experts

Co-Host: Tom Warner, Member of Aging Vibrantly Podcast Advisory Committee, 

Music: Redpath Audio

We want to thank HelpAge Canada for their financial support to produce this Season's podcast.

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Please rate, review and subscribe to Aging Vibrantly wherever you get your podcast. If you prefer to view this or other interviews, full episodes are posted on Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario's YouTube Channel. Be sure to check us out.

We have also launched a new listener feedback survey - we want to hear your comments and suggestions - Your opinion matters to us! So take a moment to fill in our Listener Feedback survey now - you will find the link in our show notes!
www.surveymonkey.com/r/Podcast_Listener_Feedback 

To learn more resources on abuse prevention and protecting the rights and dignity of older adults, visit our website eapon.ca

Disclaimer:

This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as constituting or implying endorsement by EAPO of any entity, product, service or organization mentioned, referenced, or linked.

In this episode we talk with Carolynne Mahood, Founder of On Your Own Time about why age diversity and inclusion in the workplace matters.

Across Canada, many older adults who want or need to keep working are being overlooked, not because they lack ability but because of ageism. When older adults are excluded from meaningful work, it not only impacts their income and independence, it can also reinforce ageist stereotypes that contribute to social isolation, a known risk factor for abuse. 

One approach to building age-inclusive, future-ready workplaces is to provide employers with tailored and inclusive hiring tools that make it easier to create environments where experience is valued as an asset, not a liability.

Our guest highlights an innovative program she Founded, W.I.S.E. (Wisdom. Inclusivity. Synergy. Equity), a national Certification program, that combats ageism in the workplace and recognizes workplaces that actively support and retain experienced workers through inclusive, flexible, and age-positive practices.

In this episode we learn about:

• experiences older workers are having when trying to find work
• why age inclusion and diversity in the workplace is beneficial
• how employers can be champions of age inclusion by becoming WISE Certified.

To further bring awareness to ageism, this episode is also being launched on October 9th, Ageism Awareness Day in Canada. Led by the Canadian Coalition Against Ageism, this campaign amplifies efforts to raise awareness about ageism in all its forms and sectors—including workplaces. Our interview aligns with this year's theme: "Age is a Strength: Building Belonging, Challenging Ageism". 

Until next time - Stay Vibrant!

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Websites:

On Your Own Time
https://www.onyourowntime.ca/

W.I.S.E.
Learn more or get certified at: www.onyourowntime.ca/w-i-s-e .

Canadian Coalition Against Ageism
https://ccaageism.ca

Episode Resources:

Ageism Awareness Week Toolkit - EN
https://ccaageism.ca/ageism-awareness-2025/#EnglishToolkit\

Ageism Awareness Week Toolkit - FR Toolkit

Join the social media campaignhttps://ccaageism.ca/ageism-awareness-2025/

Promoting the labour force participation of older Canadians, Promising Initiatives. ESDC (2018)
https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/corporate/seniors-forum-federal-provincial-territorial/labour-force-participation.html

AGE-FRIENDLY WORKPLACES: A Self-Assessment Tool for Employers
Federal/Provincial/Territorial Ministers Responsible for Seniors Forum (2012)
https://www.canada.ca/content/dam/esdc-edsc/documents/corporate/seniors/forum/tool.pdf

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Guest: Carolynne Mahood

Carolynne is the founder of 'On Your Own Time', and the 'W.I.S.E. Certification Program'. She is a fully accredited and trained Human Resource professional, with more than 45 years of experience gained in private and public sectors, large corporations, and small privately owned businesses.  

She has worked as a Human Resources Leader and Consultant, providing customized HR solutions, led initiatives in recruitment, policy development, performance management, and workplace investigations.

She also has significant community involvement, serving as a board member, leader, and advisor for non-profit organizations, leveraging her HR and adult education expertise to strengthen governance, workforce practices, and provide leadership coaching and training.

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CREDITS:

Podcast Coordinator: Lisa Widdifield 
Producer: Todd Miller, The Podcast Experts

Co-Host: April Struthers, Member of Aging Vibrantly Podcast Advisory Committee  

Music: Redpath Audio

Thank you to HelpAge Canada for their financial support to produce this Season's podcast.

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The best way to show your support and help us grow our Aging Vibrantly podcast, is to subscribe, like, and share. Why not leave us a review by completing our Listener Feedback Survey and subscribe to Aging Vibrantly wherever you get your podcast.

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If you prefer to watch the interview, this episode and all others are available on Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario's YouTube Channel.

Be sure to also check our website eapon.ca to learn more resources on abuse prevention and protecting the rights and dignity of older adults. 

Disclaimer:

This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as constituting or implying endorsement by EAPO of any entity, product, service or organization mentioned, referenced, or linked.

In this final episode of Season 1 of Aging Vibrantly, we are putting a stop to frauds and scams targeting seniors.

Our host Raeann Rideout and co-host Mary Ennis, speak with Stephanie Senecal, the Senior Support Unit Coordinator from the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, along with Karen Deredin and Bonnie Bednarik, who are senior volunteers at the CAFC, who share their wealth of information and their lived experience to help us gain a better understanding of how frauds happen and actions to take to prevent frauds and scams.  

Every year, people of all ages fall victim to fraud. Data from the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre shows that Canadians lost a staggering $638 million to fraud in 2024.  Although scams can happen to anyone, anywhere, at any time, we know that older people are being targeted more than others. According to the Government of Canada, fraud is the number one crime against older Canadians.

This episode focuses on increasing awareness of current scams, emergency scams and romance/friendship scams to provide tips on how to recognize the signs to protect against falling prey to scammers.  

During this episode you will learn:

• The role of the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre
• How CAFC senior volunteers support victims of frauds.
• Statistics on the number of victims and financial loss to frauds and scams.
• Why older adults are targeted
• How the Emergency Scam and Romance/Friendship Scams operate and target seniors as well as tactics used by fraudsters.
• A "scamming the scammer" experience which leads to an arrest of a scammer.
• Red Flags to recognize scams.
• Tips to protect against frauds and scams.
• Actions the CAFC is undertaking to dismantle fraudsters.
• How to report scams and frauds to the CAFC.

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Reference Websites:

Canadian Anti- Fraud Centre (CAFC)
https://antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/index-eng.htm

Canadian Bankers Association
https://cba.ca/for-canadians/scam-prevention

Competition Bureau of Canada
https://competition-bureau.canada.ca/en/fraud-and-scams

Equifax
https://www.equifax.ca/business/fraud-prevention

Scams and fraud - Government of Canada
https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/campaigns/fraud-scams.html

Resources:

Little Black Book of Scams
https://competition-bureau.canada.ca/en/little-black-book-scams

CAFC Protect Yourself Information
https://antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/protect-protegez-eng.htm

EAPO: Frauds and Scams Protect Each Other
https://eapon.ca/factsheets/#fraudsandscams

EAPO Protect Yourself: (In 6 languages)
https://eapon.ca/factsheets/#1710950743845-d8dca94d-d796

EAPO Cyber Security for Seniors
https://eapon.ca/factsheets/#Cyber-Security-Tips-for-seniors

EAPO On-line Dating and Romance Scams
https://eapon.ca/factsheets/#romance-scam-tips4seniors

EAPO Gift Card Scams
https://eapon.ca/factsheets/#Gift_Card_Scams

Article on Bonnie's emergency fraud experience
https://windsorstar.com/news/local-news/windsor-senior-helps-police-foil-grandparent-scam

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 About our Guests

Stephanie Senecal
Stephanie is an OPP civilian member and the Senior Support Unit Coordinator at the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC). She manages a team of senior volunteers who do call backs to senior victims of fraud, who input fraud data and who also do fraud prevention presentations to the public. Stephanie also presents on a regular basis and assists law enforcement with their senior victims of fraud.

Bonnie Bednarik has been a volunteer with the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre since June 2023. Having had a close call with being the victim of a scam herself in a "scamming the scammer" experience, she was recruited by the Canadian Anti-fraud Centre.  She is a grandmother and is passionate about doing her part to help other vulnerable victims.

Karen Deredin currently volunteers with the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre and the North Bay Regional Health Centre. She has over 40 years experience working in various administrative/ accounting roles at various organizations, including Inco (now Vale), Optimum Insurance and Nipissing University.

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CREDITS:

This podcast is Funded by the Government of Canada's New Horizons for Seniors Program.

Producer: Todd Miller, The Podcast Experts
Podcast Coordinator: Lisa Widdifield
Co-Host: Mary Ennis, Member of Aging Vibrantly Podcast Advisory Committee, 

Stay Connected :

Don't forget, the best way to show your support and help us grow our Aging Vibrantly podcast, is to subscribe, like, share, rate and leave us a review

Don't forget to also check out other episodes on our Youtube channel or wherever you listen to your podcast. Be sure to check our website eapon.ca to learn more resources on abuse prevention and protecting the rights and dignity of older adults. 

Disclaimer:
This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as constituting or implying endorsement by EAPO of any entity, product, service or organization mentioned, referenced, or linked.

In this episode, Bridging the Gap : Building Generational Connections we explore intergenerational programs that promote understanding and mutual respect among generations, contribute to age friendly communities and have proven to work in addressing ageism. In fact, intergenerational programs are valued and celebrated across Canada and internationally with events held on Intergenerational Day in Canada each year on June 1 and during Global Intergenerational Week which is recognized this year from April 24 - 30, 2025.

Join us to listen to our senior expert on intergenerational learning, Sharon Mackenzie, an educator by profession and an advocate of intergenerational connections who shares her many experiences, including the creation of the Meadow School Project, as well as her research and knowledge and informs us why intergenerational connections benefit both youth and seniors. 

In this episode you will learn :

• How Sharon grew up with and fostered older adult mentors throughout her life and as a teacher. 
• The initiation of the Meadow School Project, where she moved her classroom into a senior care home for 2 months
• The benefits of Intergenerational (IG) programs, including combatting isolation and improving senior's health. 
• New opportunities for IG programs in educational settings to learn about computers, language, share history and traditions.  
• The importance of IG work in creating Age-friendly Communities.
• Key messages of inspiration, such as "Make community a verb not a noun", 
• "Aging is the one thing we all have in common" and "doing for doesn't always work, so doing with is better". 
• Intergenerational Day, how it was formed and it celebrated June 1 
• Global Intergenerational Week (April 24 - 30) activities across the world.

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Episode Resources:

Websites:

i2i Intergenerational Society of Canada
https://intergenerational.ca/

Generations Working Together
https://generationsworkingtogether.org

GenerationsCo 

Global Intergenerational Week

IG Day June 1st
https://intergenerational.ca/ig-day/

Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario (EAPO)
https://eapon.ca/

EAPO: Intergenerational Resources
https://eapon.ca/?s=intergenerational

Canadian Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse
www.cnpea.ca

Bringing Together Seniors and Children in the Community, Intergenerational Guide:
Families Canada  

Intergenerational Programming Toolkit - City of Edmonton

Report and Documents

WHO Report
Connecting generations: planning and implementing interventions for intergenerational contact

 WHO: Age-Friendly World report https://extranet.who.int/agefriendlyworld/afp/intergenerational-project/

WHO: National Programmes for Age-Friendly Cities Guide
https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240068698

University New Brunswick: IG Action Plan
https://www.unb.ca/nbirdt/mektu/healthy-seniors-pilot-projects/intergenerational-ig-action-plan.html

NEWS

How ECU Students and Local Seniors are Building Generational Connections through Photography - Emily Carr University  (ECU)
https://www.ecuad.ca/news/2024/students-seniors-building-generational-connections-through-photography

Battling social isolation with the power of intergenerational storytelling. Hospital News, March 14, 2020
https://hospitalnews.com/battling-social-isolation-with-the-power-of-intergenerational-storytelling/

IG storytelling: BC Brain Wellness - Education
https://www.bcbrainwellness.ca/education

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 About Sharon Mackenzie

Sharon is truly a leader in building connections between generations. She is an Intergenerational Consultant, Writer, Researcher and the Executive Director of i2i Intergenerational Society that she founded in 2008 with the purpose of bringing youth and older adults together across Canada.

She was an educator for thirty plus years, from Kindergarten to University, and is dedicated to creating intergenerational learning opportunities within the community.

Sharon is a senior herself and has always looked to older adults for support and friendship in her personal life and work. That led her, almost 25 years ago, to initiate The Meadows School Project, a world-renowned compendium of intergenerational immersion research.  Learn More

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CREDITS:

This podcast is Funded by the Government of Canada's New Horizons for Seniors Program.

Producer: Todd Miller, The Podcast Experts
Podcast Coordinator: Lisa Widdifield
Co-Host: Sherry Baker, Member of Aging Vibrantly Podcast Advisory Committee, 

Stay Connected :

Don't forget, the best way to show your support and help us grow our Aging Vibrantly podcast, is to subscribe, like, share, rate and leave us a review

Don't forget to also check out other episodes on our Youtube channel or wherever you listen to your podcast. Be sure to check our website eapon.ca to learn more resources on abuse prevention and protecting the rights and dignity of older adults. 

Disclaimer:
This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as constituting or implying endorsement by EAPO of any entity, product, service or organization mentioned, referenced, or linked.

In this episode, our guest Olive Bryanton, is the epitome of the life-long learner. Motivated to learn with her unending curiosity and desire to advocate and improve the lives of older adults, we learn about her journey to going back to PEI University to complete her Phd.  Floursishing from her research, peer mentoring endevours and organizational connections, led Olive to her current advocacy work in community and government, leadership roles on needs older women in rural areas and role model for other later life learners. 

In this episode you will learn :

• How Olive defines life long learning and how her journey in education later life evolved and her accomplishments.

• Olive's research about older women living in rural communities of PEI and her findings.

• About the CBC Gem documentary, "Never too Old",  that was made about Olive's journey.  

• How her educational successes have opened doors to becoming an advocate,  leader on issues of rural older women, partner on governmental projects and more!

• The opportunities and tools to empower older adults to participate in education later in life, including computer/technical skills, auditing and mentoring.

• The connection between intergenerational learning and awareness opportunities and reducing elder abuse.

• How older adults can reduce isolation through educational opportunities.

Until next time - Stay Vibrant!

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Websites:

Academy for Lifelong Learning Toronto
https://allto.ca/introducing-the-academy-for-lifelong-learning-toronto/

Canadian Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse
www.cnpea.ca

Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario 
www.eapon.ca

Later Life Learning Toronto
https://llltoronto.org/

Episode Resources:

CBC GEM: Never too Old
https://www.cbc.ca/cbcdocspov/episodes/never-too-old

What you need to know on lifelong learning February 2025
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
https://www.unesco.org/en/lifelong-learning/need-know

Strategy 2024 -2026; Leading lifelong learning for a healthier world
World Health Organization: (WHO)
https://www.who.int/publications/m/item/the-who-academy-strategy-2024--2026

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About Olive Bryanton:

Olive is an educator and passionate advocate for older adults. As a lifelong learner Olive received her bachelor's degree in Sociology 1984, a master degree in education in 2009 and in 2019, at the age of 81, she defended her PhD in philosophy in education all from the University of Prince Edward Island.

She has received an Honorary Degree from the University of Prince Edward Island for her advocacy work with older adults and lifelong learning. She was instrumental in the establishment of University of Prince Edward Island's Mature and Part-time University Students Association; the Seniors Active Living Centre; the Seniors College of Prince Edward Island; and PEI's Seniors' Safety Program.  

She was awarded the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal for her contributions to seniors provincially and federally and was appointed by the PEI Minister of Health to serve as an executive advisor for the development of their Seniors Health and Wellness Strategy for Prince Edward Island.

CREDITS:

This podcast is Funded by the Government of Canada's New Horizons for Seniors Program.

Producer: Todd Miller, The Podcast Experts
Podcast Coordinator: Lisa Widdifield
Co-Host:  Sherry Baker, a member of our Podcast Senior Advisory Committee.

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Stay Connected :

Don't forget, the best way to show your support and help us grow our Aging Vibrantly podcast, is to subscribe, like, share, rate and leave us a review

Don't forget to also check out other episodes on our Youtube channel or wherever you listen to your podcast. Be sure to check our website eapon.ca to learn more resources on abuse prevention and protecting the rights and dignity of older adults. 

Disclaimer:
This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as constituting or implying endorsement by EAPO of any entity, product, service or organization mentioned, referenced, or linked.

In this episode, our guest Dr. Gloria Gutman, a pioneer in the work of elder abuse prevention, provides us with a better understanding of elder abuse, how to look for warning signs, who is at risk, and actions we can all take to take to prevent and safeguard against abuse as well shares her insights on what is being done in Canada to raise awareness of this important health and social issue. 

In this episode you will learn:

• Terminology and definition of elder abuse.
• Forms of elder abuse. 
• Warning signs and vulnerabilities that put older adults at risk. 
• What to do if you suspect elder abuse. 
• Where to reach out for help to support an older adult.
• Educational and awareness campaigns and programs. 
• Actions to prevent abuse. 

Until next time - Stay Vibrant!

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Episode Resources:

Aging, Ageism and Abuse. Author, Dr. Gloria Gutman, 2010
https://www.amazon.ca/Aging-Ageism-Abuse-Moving-Awareness/dp/0123815088

EAPO Elder Abuse Fact sheet
https://eapon.ca/factsheets/#what-is

Websites:

Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario (EAPO)
www.eapon.ca or call: 1-833-976-6728
If you or someone you know is at-risk or experiencing, EAPO is available to provide information, support and assistance in navigating services in your area.  

Canadian Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse
www.cnpea.ca 
To find support in other jurisdictions in Canada, please visit CNPEA.

International Network for Prevention of Elder Abuse
www.inpea.net/

Simon Fraser University Gerontology Research
https://www.sfu.ca/gerontology/research.html

It's Not Right
www.itsnotright.ca

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About Dr. Gloria Gutman:

Dr. Gloria Gutman is a Professor Emerita in the Gerontology Department and a Research Associate in the Gerontology Research Centre at Simon Fraser University (SFU), having founded and directed both from 1982 to 2005. She is a distinguished academic researcher and an author/editor of 23 books, among them "Aging, Ageism and Abuse - moving from Awareness to Action" (Elsevier Insights 2010).  

During her career Dr. Gutman has held a number of high-profile roles including, Immediate Past-President of the International Network for Prevention of Elder Abuse, and currently sits on the Board of Directors of Seniors First BC and British Columbia Association of Community Response Networks - both focused on elder abuse prevention. View full Bio

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Credits:

This podcast is Funded by the Government of Canada's New Horizons for Seniors Program.

Co-Host:  Pauline Luening, Member of Senior Advisory Committee, past Chair of the Prevention of Senior Abuse Network of Simcoe County.

Producer: Todd Miller, The Podcast Experts
Podcast Coordinator: Lisa Widdifield 

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Stay Connected:

Don't forget, the best way to show your support and help us grow our Aging Vibrantly podcast, is to subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform and like, share, rate and leave us a review

Don't forget to also check out other episodes on our YouTube channel or wherever you listen to your podcast. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @EAPreventionON.  Be sure to check our website eapon.ca to learn more resources on abuse prevention and protecting the rights and dignity of older adults.

Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as constituting or implying endorsement by EAPO of any entity, product, service or organization mentioned, referenced, or linked.

Our guest Jennifer McCrae is a Credentialed Thanatologist, Certified Grief and Loss Specialist and End of Life Doula. We will talk about grief responses, healthy and unhealthy grieving as well as caring for yourself, caregivers and others as you move through loss and grieving.

In this episode you will learn :

·       How grief is a natural response to any loss

·       What is complicated grief?

·       The difference between functional/healthy grief and complicated/unhealthy grief 

·       Understanding causes and recognising symptoms of complicated grief

·       Strategies for families/groups to communicate effectively during grief

·       What is anticipatory grief and how can it manifest?

·       How do we take care of others and ourselves during grief, especially if we are the caregiver?

·       If someone is feeling alone in their grief, where can they seek support?

·       Taking care of yourself while grieving

Until next time, Stay Vibrant !

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Episode Resources:

Websites:

Soul Transitions, Jennifer McCrae
https://soultransition.ca/

Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario
https://eapon.ca/

Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario: Empowering Bereaved Seniors
https://eapon.ca/training-tools/#1629321144478-00ab489f-9112

Canadian Network for the  Prevention Elder Abuse
www.cnpea.ca

Ontario Government: Bereavement Leave, Employment Standards Act
https://www.ontario.ca/document/your-guide-employment-standards-act-0/bereavement-leave

Ontario Funeral Services Association
https://www.ofsa.org/

Bereaved Families of Ontario
https://bereavedfamilies.net/

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About Jennifer McCrae:

Jennifer is a Credentialed Thanatologist, Certified Grief and Loss Specialist and End of Life Doula.

As a compassionate End-of-Life and Grief Specialist, she is dedicated to helping individuals, families, and workplaces navigate the complexities of grief, loss, and dying. 

Jennifer specializes in dementia care and infant and pregnancy loss as well. She offers personalized support through workshops, one-on-one sessions, and wellness practices tailored to each individual's journey.

Jennifer combines practical support, including communication strategies and coping tools, with holistic techniques such as yoga, breathwork, and energy healing to foster peace and resilience during life's most challenging transitions.

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CREDITS:

This podcast is Funded by the Government of Canada's New Horizons for Seniors Program.

Producer: Todd Miller, The Podcast Experts

Podcast Coordinator: Lisa Widdifield 

Co-Host: Debra Sayewich, member of our Podcast Senior Advisory Committee. Debra is the Founder of Age-Friendly Consulting and is a member of the Wa- sock - sing - (sauksing) First Nation and  Founder of OAKS (Older Adults Knowledge Sharing).

Stay Connected :

Don't forget, the best way to show your support and help us grow our Aging Vibrantly podcast, is to subscribe, like, share, rate and leave us a review

Don't forget to also check out other episodes on our Youtube channel or wherever you listen to your podcast. Be sure to check our website eapon.ca to learn more resources on abuse prevention and protecting the rights and dignity of older adults. 

Disclaimer:

This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as constituting or implying endorsement by EAPO of any entity, product, service or organization mentioned, referenced, or linked.   

Les gens pensent souvent qu'ils n'ont pas besoin d'une procuration; ils estiment que cela ne concerne que les personnes âgées. Pourtant, tout le monde devrait envisager d'en avoir une, surtout lorsqu'on est encore capable d'exprimer ses souhaits.

Nous allons discuter de ce qu'est une procuration, de ce qu'il faut savoir pour en choisir une, des rôles, responsabilités et obligations, des protections que vous pouvez mettre en place pour vous protéger, ainsi que des options à envisager si l'agent désigné n'agit pas dans votre meilleur intérêt.

À noter, chaque province et territoire dispose de législations spécifiques en matière de procuration. Aujourd'hui nous allons nous focaliser sur l'Ontario mais nous vous encourageons à vous renseigner sur votre propre juridiction si vous résidez ailleurs.

 
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  Ressources de l'épisode

Pour obtenir des information au sujet des procurations et du droit:

Centre d'information juridique de l'Ontario
https://centreinfojuridique.ca/
1-844-343-7462

CliquezJustice.ca : un portail canadien d'information simplifiée qui vous aide à comprendre vos droits et obligations pour mieux gérer vos situations juridiques du quotidien.

• Articles sur les procurations dans la section Décès et testament https://cliquezjustice.ca/deces-et-testament?categorie=1668

• Inscrivez-vous aussi à l'infolettre de CliquezJustice.ca pour rester à l'affût des actualités juridiques : https://cliquezjustice.ca/infolettre

Justicepasapas.ca

• Section Testaments et procurations: https://stepstojustice.ca/fr/legal-topic/wills-and-powers-of-attorney/
• Outils gratuits (Parcours guidés) pour créer ses documents de procuration  https://stepstojustice.ca/fr/guided-pathways/parcours-guide-pour-preparer-une-procuration/

Trousse de procuration proposée par le ministère du Procureur général de l'Ontario à télécharger en français : https://www.publications.gov.on.ca/300976

• Guide pratique du droit relatif à la maltraitance et à la négligence des personnes âgées 
  Ce site web explique les lois relatives à la maltraitance et à la négligence des personnes âgées partout au Canada. https://ccelderlaw.ca/fr/francais-accueil/
•  Pour embaucher un avocat :
  Carnet d'adresses des juristes francophones de l'Ontario https://www.ajefo.ca/qui-sommes-nous/nos-membre
•  Service de référence du Barreau (de l'Ontario)
  https://lsrs.lso.ca/lsrs/welcome   1 855 947-5255

Pour obtenir des informations ou de l'aide à propos de la maltraitance

• Pévention de la maltraitance envers les aînés en Ontario :
  https://eapon.ca/fr/
  Ressources en français incluent des fiches d'information et des webinaires en français
  
  
• Réseau canadien de prévention du mauvais traitement des aînés: 
  Obtenir de l'aide dans votre Province ou Territoire https://cnpea.ca/fr/la-maltraitance-qu-est-ce-que-c-est/obtenir-de-l-aide
  
  
• Service de signalement « Stop aux abus » : 1-800-575-2222
  https://www.ontario.ca/fr/page/signaler-les-cas-de-maltraitance-et-de-negligence-legard-des-personnes-adultes-ayant-une
  
  
• Police
  Appelez votre station de police locale si vous vous trouvez dans une situation qui n'est pas urgente mais qui paraît suspecte. Demandez à parler à quelqu'un qui a une formation ou de l'expérience en maltraitance des aînés ou en violence domestique.
  

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 À propos de nos invités

Me Jaëlle Bain : 
Depuis juin 2021, Jaëlle Bain est une avocate bilingue du Centre d'information juridique de l'Ontario.

En tant qu'avocate au CIJO, Jaëlle offre des explications générales du droit ontarien et canadien aux justiciables du Centre afin de les aider à comprendre leurs enjeux juridiques et connaître les options qui s'offrent à eux. Avant de se joindre à l'équipe du Centre, elle travaillait dans un cabinet privé à Ottawa. Jaëlle est diplômée d'un baccalauréat en droit de la section de droit civil de l'Université d'Ottawa et détient un Juris Doctor de la section de common law. Elle est membre en règle du Barreau de l'Ontario.

Me Kayla Cardinal Lafrance : 

Me Kayla Cardinal Lafrance est une avocate bilingue du Centre d'information juridique de l'Ontario.​

​Elle offre des explications générales du droit ontarien aux personnes afin de les aider à comprendre leurs enjeux juridiques et connaître les options qui s'offrent à elles. ​Me Kayla détient un Juris Doctor de l'Université d'Ottawa.​

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Credits:

Ce balado est financé par le programme Nouveaux horizons pour les aînés du gouvernement du Canada.

Il a été produit et monté par Todd Miller de The Podcast Experts, avec le soutien de Lisa Widdifield, coordonnatrice du projet.

Co-animatrice: Denise Lemire, présidente du Réseau de prévention de la maltraitance des aînées francophones de l'Ontario

animatrice:  Bénédicte Schoepflin,Directrice générale, Réseau canadien pour la prévention du mauvais traitement des aînés

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Rester connecté:

N'oubliez pas, si vous avez apprécié le balado, la meilleure façon de nous soutenir est de l'aimer, le partager et de nous laisser un commentaire. Ces actions nous aident à améliorer notre classement, pour que d'autres personnes puissent le découvrir.

Vous pouvez retrouver les autres épisodes en anglais de cette série partout où vous écoutez vos balados, et sur notre chaîne YouTube. Visitez aussi www.eapon.ca pour en savoir plus sur les procurations. Vous y trouverez également des fiches d'information, vidéos et ressources sur d'autres sujets liés à la prévention de la maltraitance et à la protection des droits des personnes âgées.

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People often think they don't need to have a Power of Attorney for Property, but in fact everyone should consider having one, especially when they are still capable of expressing their wishes.

In this episode, Power of Attorney for Property: Best Practices and Practical Considerations, our guest Laura Tamblyn Watts, CEO of CanAge, engages with us in a lighthearted, yet serious discussion, on what you need to know about making a Power of Attorney (PoA). 

In this episode you will learn:

• What a Power of Attorney (PoA) is and the importance of having one
• Define differences between PoA for Personal Care and PoA for Property
• Considerations when deciding who to designate as your attorney
• The roles and responsibilities of someone acting as an Attorney
• What decisions an attorney can and cannot make on your behalf
• How to have 'What If' conversations
• The risks and signs of financial exploitation and abuse of power
• How capacity for decision making is assessed
• How to handle decision making conflicts and options for resolutions
• Resources and support for seniors and families with questions on PoA

Until next time - Stay Vibrant!

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Episode Resources:

Let's Talk about Aging Parents: A Real-Life Guide to Solving Problems with 27 Essential Conversations Author: Laura Tamblyn Watts

Power or Attorney Presentation (CanAge)

Power of Attorney: Advance Directions for Care and Financial Decisions (who decides and how decisions are made (2023)

Power of Attorney 101: The Key Info Everyone Needs to Know About Mental Capacity and POA's (2021)

What every older Canadian should know about: Powers of attorney (for financial matters and property) and joint bank accounts. Government of Canada 

Websites:

Advocacy Centre for the Elderly (ACE)
https://www.acelaw.ca/

ACE can provide legal information to older adults on what powers of attorney are and how they work, how to have one made, and on the potential misuses of these powerful documents.
1-855-598-2656

CanAge
www.CanAge.ca

Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario Network
www.eapon.ca

Canadian Network for the Prevention Elder Abuse
www.cnpea.ca

The Capacity Assessment Office- Ontario
https://www.ontario.ca/page/list-capacity-assessors

Practical Guide to Elder Abuse and Neglect Law in Canada,
A searchable website (French & English), that explains laws related to elder abuse and neglect occurring anywhere in Canada. Produced by the Canadian Centre for Elder Law: https://ccelderlaw.ca

Power of Attorney for Property- Steps to Justice
Use the Guided Pathways to make a Power of Attorney to give someone power to make decisions about your property.

Pro Bono Ontario
https://www.probonoontario.org/
Would you like help creating a Power of Attorney? Do you have questions about Powers of Attorney that you would like to ask a lawyer? Call our Free Legal Advice Hotline! Available Monday to Friday mornings, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
1-855-255-7256

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About Laura Tamblyn Watts:

Laura Tamblyn-Watts, a lawyer, elder law expert and CEO of CanAge, Canada's national senior's advocacy organization. She is also an Assistant Professor in the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work at the University of Toronto where she teaches Law and Aging.  

Most recently, she published her book, "Let's Talk About Aging Parents: A real-life guide to solving problems with 27 Essential Conversations". Her influence is felt both nationally and internationally through her active and impactful consumer advocacy work defending the rights of older people.  

Follow CanAge: @CanAgeSeniors

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 Credits:

This podcast is Funded by the Government of Canada's New Horizons for Seniors Program.

Co-Host: Leo Bonnell, Member of Aging Vibrantly Podcast Advisory Committee
Producer: Todd Miller, The Podcast Experts
Podcast Coordinator: Lisa Widdifield

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Stay Connected:

Don't forget, the best way to show your support and help us grow our Aging Vibrantly podcast, is to subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform and like, share, rate and leave us a review

Don't forget to also check out other episodes on our YouTube channel or wherever you listen to your podcast. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @EAPreventionON.  Be sure to check our website eapon.ca to learn more resources on abuse prevention and protecting the rights and dignity of older adults.

Disclaimer:
This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as constituting or implying endorsement by EAPO of any entity, product, service or organization mentioned, referenced, or linked.

In Episode 3, our guest Margaret MacPherson, speaks on having Supportive Conversations with older adults in your family or community who you may be concerned about regarding their safety and well-being, or living at-risk of harm.  Listen to learn about "SNCit", a three-step conversation framework that will inform and empower you to have supportive conversations and strategies on how to overcome our hesitation to help and what to say when someone does not want help.

In this episode you will learn:

• Overview of the It's Not Right (INR), Neighbours, Friends and Families for Older Adults national campaign and framework.
• How to start a conversation when you are worried about someone who may be vulnerable or experiencing elder abuse. 
• The SNCit Conversation Framework
   * See it: What are the warning signs you see
   * Name it: Name the concern and warning signs
   * Check it: Ask the question, Are you ok? Are you safe?
  
  

Remember, whether you are a caregiver, a concerned family member, friend, or a professional working with seniors, your support can make a positive impact in the lives of older adults by just asking the question, "Are you ok?." Just know, your small actions can make a big difference.

 Until next time - Stay Vibrant!

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Episode Resources:

It's Not Right: Neighbours, Friends and Families for Older Adults
http://itsnotright.ca/assets/documents/inr-warning-signs-plain-text.pdf

EAPOs It's Time to Talk Video Series Part 2 : How to Talk to Someone You Are Concerned About
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vqju2EPQrss

EAPOs It's Time to Talk Video Series Part 3 : What You Can Do To Help
https://youtu.be/3GzG0Pjo26Y


Websites:

Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario Network  www.eapon.ca 

Centre for Research & Education on Violence Against Women & Children  https://www.learningtoendabuse.ca/

Learning Network  https://gbvlearningnetwork.ca

EQUIP Health Care https://equiphealthcare.ca

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About Margaret MacPherson:

Margaret has been involved with and led anti-violence initiatives and social change projects for over thirty years. Margaret works closely with The Centre for Research and Education on Violence Against Women and Children (CREVAWC) as a Research Associate on a number of initiatives including Make It Our Business workplace domestic violence program and the adaptation of Neighbours, Friends and Families (NFF) as a national campaign on abuse of older adults called It's Not Right! Neighbours, Friends and Families for Older Adults.

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 Credits:

This podcast is Funded by the Government of Canada's New Horizons for Seniors Program.

Co-Host: April Struthers, Member of Aging Vibrantly Podcast Advisory Committee, Organizational consultant, social change agent at Witworks (https://witworks.ca)

Producer: Todd Miller, The Podcast Experts
Podcast Coordinator: Lisa Widdifield

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Stay Connected:

Don't forget, the best way to show your support and help us grow our Aging Vibrantly podcast, is to subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform and like, share, rate and leave us a review

Don't forget to also check out other episodes on our YouTube channel or wherever you listen to your podcast. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @EAPreventionON

Be sure to check our website eapon.ca to learn more resources on abuse prevention and protecting the rights and dignity of older adults.

Disclaimer:
This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as constituting or implying endorsement by EAPO of any entity, product, service or organization mentioned, referenced, or linked.