Institute for Life Course and Aging
The Institute has a mandate to carry out research into the process of human development, life course and aging, population aging, and the aged, in the social, psychological and health sciences.

At Risk: A Socio-economic Analysis of Health and Literacy Among Seniors (PDF Format)
This literature includes studies that have explored the link between the health of a population and such factors as income, education, occupation, marital status, family structure, urban or rural residency, gender, housing tenure, geographical location and immigration.

C-Health: Your Health and Wellness Source - Senior's Health
This Web site provides health information: thousands of in-depth, physician-reviewed articles on drugs and conditions, as well as the latest health news, medical research and clinical trials to keep you updated on the latest treatments and diagnostic techniques.
Source: chealth.canoe.ca

Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (<abbr>CLSA</abbr>)
The Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (<abbr title="Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging">CLSA</abbr>) is a large, national, long-term study that will follow approximately 50,000 Canadian men and women aged 40 and older for a period of at least 20 years.
Source: Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (CLSA)

Dare to Age Well! Healthy Aging
The Dare to Age Well! CD is a collection of 54 publications and over 100 photos presenting the many aspects of healthy aging in Canada. It contains publications from Health Canada, in particular from the Division of Aging and Seniors, and others resulting from Federal/Provincial/Territorial collaboration.
Source: Health Canada

Drug Claims by Seniors
Finding information about drug claims and an analysis focusing on potentially inappropriate use of medications.
Source: Canadian Institute for Health Information

Elements of Mobility as Predictors of Survival in Elderly Patients with Dementia:
This research paper identifies elements of mobility that predict survival in elderly people with dementia in Canada. Poor mobility is postulated to affect survival both by increasing the risk of falls and through secondary diseases related to immobility.

Government of Canada Responds to Final Report of the Special Senate Committee on Aging
The Honourable Marjory LeBreton, Leader of the Government in the Senate and Minister of State (Seniors), tabled in the Senate the Government of Canada's Response to the final report of the Special Senate Committee on Aging.
Source: Human Resources and Skills Development

Introduction to the Government of Canada Official Web Site | Canada Site
Access information on Canada, its government, and federal programs and services organized into categories.
Source: Government of Canada, Canada Site

Observatoire Vieillissement et Société
Promotes the "well&#8209;aging" of seniors.
Source: Institut Universitaire de Gériatrie de Montréal. Observatory on Ageing and Society

Research on Family Caregiving in Palliative and End of Life Care
The primary goal of Palliative and End-of-Life Care is to improve the quality of life and quality of death of dying people and their families. Our research program is aimed at developing the knowledge needed to enable those family members who wish to provide care to do so without endangering their own health.
Source: Family Caregiving for People at End of Life

Services for Seniors Guide
This guide provides information about Government of Canada services and programs for seniors and their families.
Source: Service Canada

The Health and Social Service Needs of Gay and Lesbian Seniors and Their Families
This study explores the needs and issues related to access and equity in health service delivery for gay and lesbian seniors. As a result of this research we have located and developed several training resources that are available to groups interested in pursuing professional development in this area. We have also made recommendations put "A. S.T.O.P.P." to institutionalized homophobia and heterosexism.
Source: McGill University. McGill School of Social Work

Type 2 Diabetes Info - Sheet for Seniors
Most people have diabetes for years before they're diagnosed. This is especially true of older adults, whose symptoms may be slight, or not apparent at all. This Info-Sheet describes some of the common symptoms and consequences of untreated Type 2 diabetes, and offers guidelines to help prevent, delay or control the disease.
Source: Public Health Agency of Canada

Vision Care Info - Sheet for Seniors
Eyes are a source of delight, but they are also a key to safety and well-being. This Info-Sheet describes some of the vision changes seniors may experience with age. Most of these can be corrected with eye glasses or surgery. Certain conditions are best controlled in the early stages while others can lead to a permanent loss of eyesight. This is why it's important to visit your eye specialist regularly.
Source: Public Health Agency of Canada