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AbstractObjectives. Guided by the Social Ecological Model (SEM), this study aimed to examine multilevel influences on social participation among community-

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Explore the impact of ukulele programs for people living with dementia, enhancing social connections and fostering inclusion.

Background: Artificial intelligence (AI)- enabled robots are increasingly promoted as solutions to social isolation, labour shortages, and care gaps in ageing societies. While these technologies show ...

IntroductionThe growing use of assistive robots in aging care raises important questions about how these technologies are experienced and integrated into eve...

Developed by researchers in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, SmartLittle Dolls are interactive companion dolls designed to support engagement,…

BackgroundResidents with dementia in long-term care (LTC) often experience social isolation, loneliness, and distress. Socially assistive robots such as PARO...

Interested in exploring the future of aging and technology? Whether you are an older adult, caregiver, lifelong learner, community builder, or professional in aging, health, or planning, join us at th...

Nurses and Nurse Practitioners of BC, the province’s professional association for nursing, is proud to announce the recipients of the 2026 NNPBC Nursing Awards, recognizing outstanding nurses and nurs...

We are building a Learning Community by bringing people together who care deeply about improving dementia care transitions. Together, we share stories, listen deeply, and learn what truly supports…

Over 700,000 people currently live with a neurocognitive disorder or dementia in Canada. With 61% of them living in a community setting, there is a growing need for equitable, person-centred…

AbstractBackground and Objectives. The population living with dementia has been growing globally. Supportive neighbourhood environments are essential for m

Over 700,000 people currently live with a neurocognitive disorder or dementia in Canada. With 61% of them living in a community setting, there is a growing need for equitable, person-centred engagemen...

Introduction Participatory research (PR) has been found to have a positive impact on people living in long-term care (LTC). Yet, limited attention has been paid...

Join researchers, designers, developers, manufacturers, service providers, and policy makers from around the world as we explore innovative solutions to enhance the health, well-being, and independence of older adults through technology.

Acute care hospitals often fail to meet the relational needs of older adults with dementia, for whom many environmental stressors can exacerbate behavioral symptoms. Using clinical reflection, we anal...

ObjectiveTo examine the evidence regarding to the use of headphones in music programs for people with dementia in long-term care homes (LTC) and identify ena...

This study presents our reflections as student researchers working within a transdisciplinary, intergenerational team that implemented Aether, an AI-e…

Care robots have the potential to offer useful support in long-term care. We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow with a strong background in computer science or engineering to lead the ...

Baycrest is a research and teaching hospital for the elderly in the North York district of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto.

BackgroundWith the rapid aging of Canada’s population, more older adults are choosing to “aging in place,” yet they face challenges of social isolation and h...

A group of researchers at the University of British Columbia’s IDEA Lab recently invited older adults living with dementia and their family care partners