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September brings a season of change, changing colors in the foliage, cooler temperatures and the emergence of new opportunities to explore with renewed energies from the summer break. We invite you to embrace this change of seasons with us by sharing insights, resources, and stories that continue to celebrate community partnerships and resilience as together we work to help safeguard and support older adults.
This month we recognize significant milestones and important dates that bring focus to issues affecting the lives of older adults: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, National Grandparents’ Day, World Alzheimer's Day, and the upcoming National Seniors Day on October 1st, a day dedicated to honoring the contributions seniors continue to make to the wellbeing of society and a reminder to Advocate for their human rights.
Within this e-Newsletter, you will find a number of engaging articles, new resources and an overview of community events, which showcased that lifted older adults' voices and perspectives, to garner a better understanding of issues impacting our lives and to foster a more inclusive society.
We encourage you to explore these resources, learn more about our events, and share your thoughts with us as together, we continue to build a supportive and connected community.
Marta Hajek
CEO, EAPO
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EAPO Seeking Board Members | |
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Are you looking for a new opportunity to get engaged and effect meaningful change in the lives of older adults?
Join EAPO's Board of Directors today! Calls for expressions of interest by community members and influencers is currently being sought.
Read full details and application process.
Deadline for applications is October 11th, 2024.
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National Seniors Day is October 1
Every year on October 1, Canadians pay tribute to all seniors who have helped make our country what it is today and who continue to enrich our lives every day. This is an occasion for all Canadians to join in celebrating older adults across Canada—whether a parent, a co-worker, a neighbour or a friend.
National Seniors Day is an opportunity to recognize the important role seniors play in our society. It’s also a great way to connect with the community, network with contacts and raise awareness of issues that matter to seniors.
The Government of Canada is proud to acknowledge the contributions older adults in Canada have made and continue to make to our families, communities and society.
There are many ways to celebrate seniors, to get some simple ideas to celebrate read the New National Seniors Day Guidebook developed by the Government of Canada.
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The International Day of Older Persons (IDOP) has been celebrated on October 1st since it was officially adopted by the UN in December of 1990. The day is a global opportunity to officially recognize the contributions older persons continue to make in society and to promote the movement for an age-inclusive world.
To correspond with IDOP, Canadian Coalition Against Ageism (CCAA) has crafted a 9-day campaign, with various social media graphics , offered in both official languages, to help promote Ageism Awareness.
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EAPO Partnership Spotlight | |
Seniors Anti-bullying Implementation and Evaluation Project (2022-2025) – Investigation Two
People of all ages can be bullied. Sheridan Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences member Dr. Kirsten Madsen is working with the Centre for Elder Research, Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario and the Bob Rumball Canadian Centre of Excellence for the Deaf to better understand senior to senior bullying in Ontario, and support the development of best practices and strategies for this diverse population.
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Funder:
This work is funded by the National Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada College and Community Social Innovation Fund.
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Partners:
The Centre for Elder Research, Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario and Bob Rumball Canadian Centre of Excellence for the Deaf
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Advancing the Human Rights of Older Persons: UN Convention-Status Update
October 3, 2024
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM ET
Speaker Panel:
Amal Abou Rafeh, Chief of the Programme on Ageing Section, United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs, New York
Frances Zainoeddin, Vice-Chair of the NGO Committee on Ageing, New York
Ellen Graham, Coordinator of the Secretariat , Global Alliance for the Rights of Older People (GAROP)
Margaret Gillis, Founding President, The International Longevity Centre Canada and EAPO Ambassador
Marta C. Hajek, CEO, Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario
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SIGNAL FOR HELP RESPONDERS : Supporting Someone who is Experiencing Abuse
October 9, 2024 | 1 PM - 2 PM ET
Speakers:
Hélène Bigras-Dutrisac, Community Activation Manager, Signal for Help with support from Miranda Shepherd, Communications Coordinator
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Byte-sized AI: An introduction to artificial intelligence
November 13, 2024 | 1 PM - 2 PM ET
EAPO is excited to partner with ABC Life Literacy Canadato offer an educational event to cover the foundations of AI (artificial intelligence) technology.
Speaker:
Ellie Tamura, Programs Specialist,
ABC Life Literacy Canada
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AGING VIBRANTLY: Conversations to Empower Seniors
EAPO is excited to announce our newest initiative - a Podcast Series being launched this fall!
This podcast will help amplify seniors' voices, by sharing their insights, research on aging and developing innovative approaches that expand the awareness of elder abuse, the rights of older adults, challenge ageism and inspire community members to promote positive aging and respect for the fastest growing demographic and how together we can prevent elder abuse.
Amplifing Older Adult's Voices
In preparation for the launch of our podcasts, we would like to hear from older adults about specific topics and issues of interest or if you have expertise in a particular subject area related to elder abuse prevention and would like to share with community members.
If you are an older adult, please share your thoughts and ideas with us, click the button below:
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🌟 New Quiz: Protecting the Golden Years: A Quiz on GBV Awareness 📢
🟠 Did you know? Gender-based violence
affects individuals of all ages and
backgrounds.
🟢 Test your knowledge and learn more about
this critical issue by taking our new quiz
today!
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🟠 September 30th 🟠
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation | |
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🌟 Quiz: What do you know about National Day for Truth and Reconciliation?
Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process. Test your knowledge and learn more about National Day for Truth and Reconciliation!
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September is World Alzheimer’s Month 2024
Each September, people unite from all corners of the world to raise awareness and to challenge the stigma that persists around Alzheimer’s disease and all types of dementia.
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Each year, September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The day honours the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities.
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October 1 – National Seniors Day
Every year on October 1, Canadians pay tribute to all seniors who have helped shape our country and who continue to enrich our lives every day.
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The Ontario Government has launched Ontario's Action Plan to End Gender-Based Violence with a Call for Proposals (CFP) for evidence-based projects to prevent and address gender-based violence in communities. The CFP funding is $100 million over three years (2024-25 to 2026-27).
This CFP seeks to fund projects to reduce gender-based violence through innovative, evidence-based projects that meet local and community-based needs in four priority areas: education and awareness, early intervention and prevention, community planning and service integration, and economic security and financial independence.
The Call for Proposals are open until October 11, 2024. Please follow the link to learn more. The Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services is hosting information sessions for potential applicants:
Thursday, October 3, 2024, 11am to 12pm – English & French session: Click here to join the session
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NEW Reports and Resources | | |
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Global changes in attitudes to dementia. The 2024 World Alzheimer Report explores attitudes toward dementia, examining how the condition is perceived and understood by society and the stigma that still surrounds the condition, underpinned by a global survey of more than 40,000 individuals across 166 countries and territories, and 24 expert essays. | | |
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A New Brochure on Understanding Behviours in Dementia produced by Canadian Coalition for Seniors Mental Health, provide an overview of dementia, factors that influence behavours and how to support someone with behavours in dementia. | | |
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Caring in Canada: Survey insights from caregivers and care providers across Canada
This report, dives into the impacts of care on working caregivers, the financial cost of caring, experiences of underserved communities, including racialized caregivers, Indigenous caregivers, LGBTQ+, young caregivers and siblings, and the experiences of paid care providers.
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OCO’s announced its 2023-24 Impact Report highlighting key milestones, including completing its 2021-2024 Strategic Plan. Over this period, OCO has demonstrated unwavering commitment and determination in its efforts to enhance the lives of approximately four million caregivers across Ontario | | |
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With the ongoing rise in anti-2SLGBTQI+ hate, it is more important than ever to ensure that advocacy efforts are strategic. This step-by-step guide was created to support advocates and organizations in planning and implementing successful communications campaigns. | |
Upcoming Webinars & Conferences | |
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Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario | www.eapon.ca
416-916-6728 | Toll-Free: 1-833-916-6728
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