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Umm Mohammad: A story of resilience amid Gaza’s war and struggle for healthcare
Umm Mohammad’s life has been marked by hardship, from witnessing the Nakba as a child to enduring Gaza's ongoing war today. Despite war, displacement, and the struggle for basic healthcare, she remains resilient, holding onto her faith and the love of her family....
Finding Your Herd After Loss – Mellhina’s Story
Having lost her spouse of 32 years, Mellhina knows the profiund impact grief can have. The loss left her grappling with not just an emotional void, but also a change in her sense of self. She had spent the past three decades as one half of a couple – what now? Like...
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[REPORT] Homesharing: Housing That Connects Us
This report is dedicated to its author, Dorothy Mazeau (1947-2024), a 2024 Samuel Centre Fellow whose life and work were deeply intertwined with her passion for home sharing. Having embraced home sharing for most of her adult life, Dorothy firmly believed in its...
WEBINAR: Confronting Ageism and Fostering Inclusivity in All Places
The webinar, moderated by Nicole Clarke (Acting Executive Director, HelpAge Canada), featured insightful discussions from researchers Dr. Olive Bryanton (University of Prince Edward Island) and Dr. Laura Kadowaki (United Way of British Columbia and Simon Fraser...
Age Better with Luca – What It Takes to Nourish a Community
An older person and a volunteer at an Innovation Youth Solidarity MarketLuca, an older adult in Montreal, Quebec, is known for his warmth and kindness, but he often feels isolated. His specific dietary needs — avoiding sugar, processed fats, and most carbohydrates —...
On October 1st, Celebrate International Day of Older Persons
In 1990, the United Nations designated October 1st as International Day of Older Persons – a day to celebrate older people, challenge the way we think about age, and promote the development of a world for all ages. HelpAge Canada has teamed up with our partners...
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