Blog Posts: Optimal aging practices

The design of public spaces can shape whether older adults can move through their communities, participate in meaningful activities, and stay connected socially and with their communities with autonomy and dignity. Removing environmental barriers and engaging older adults in planning can help create communities in which people are better supported to live independently and participate fully as they age.

The harmful use of alcohol resulted in approximately three million deaths worldwide in 2016. Managed alcohol programs are a promising harm-reduction approach for people living with severe alcohol dependence who often experience homelessness or housing instability.

Going home from the hospital can be both an exciting and stressful time for patients and their caregivers. Make sure that you play an active role in planning your transition back home.

Advance care planning and having discussions about end-of-life care with family members and healthcare providers can have positive impacts for everyone involved.

Parents are primarily responsible for meeting the needs of children, but grandparents play an increasing role in this area. Although they have some experience, having raised their own children, grandparents may face new challenges, some of which are unique to their grandchildren's generation. Can parenting interventions equip them to fulfil their role with grandchildren?