Research in action: Virtual Reality (VR) for older adults

by web-admin | Jan 27, 2025

Watch on YouTube In this presentation, insights from latest research on virtual reality for older adults, focusing on creation of this novel technology with older adults and opportunities for social connection are shared. Presenter: Jaisie Sin, PhD Assistant...

Clinicians as data curators: Implications for data quality

by web-admin | Jan 22, 2025

Watch on YouTube This presentation discusses clinician roles in shaping data quality in electronic health records and digitalized health systems. Impacts on downstream data use and clinical care provision are also discussed. Presenter: Charlene Ronquillo, RN, PhD...

Designing technologies to support learning and social connection for older adults

by web-admin | Jan 21, 2025

Watch on YouTube Joanna presents two new technologies that are being developed in her lab. HelpCall enables older adults to get technology assistance over a remote video call such as Zoom. LegacySphere facilitates intergenerational communication in embodied virtual...

New developments in Nav-CARE: the Compassionate, Dementia Inclusive Communities toolkit

by web-admin | Jan 17, 2025

WATCH on YouTube The Compassionate, Dementia Inclusive Communities toolkit provides practical advice for organizations aspiring to improve support for persons living with dementia and their care partners using a compassionate community approach. The purpose of this...

Current issues for British Columbia seniors – with Dan Levitt, Seniors Advocate

by web-admin | Jan 17, 2025

Watch on YouTube Dan discusses the current issues faced by seniors in British Columbia. Presenter: Dan Levitt, Seniors Advocate Office of the Seniors Advocate, Province of British Columbia Free and open to the public – Everyone is welcome LEARN MORE...