CCSMH/CCSMPA
@ccsmh.bsky.social
Supporting the mental health of older adults by connecting people, ideas and resources.
🌟 Happy World Kindness Day! 🌍💖 Let’s sprinkle kindness like confetti and light up the world of an older adult with our actions! 🎉✨ Share a smile, lend a hand, or simply say a kind word today. What kindness will you spread? #WorldKindnessDay #BeTheChange
November 13, 2025 at 5:20 PM
🌟 Happy World Kindness Day! 🌍💖 Let’s sprinkle kindness like confetti and light up the world of an older adult with our actions! 🎉✨ Share a smile, lend a hand, or simply say a kind word today. What kindness will you spread? #WorldKindnessDay #BeTheChange
Vous cherchez un cadeau 🎁 pour vos collègues ? Visitez notre boutique et découvrez nos différents articles. Il y en a pour tous ceux qui soutiennent la santé mentale des personnes âgées ! Achetez dès maintenant !! ☺️
https://ccsmh.printreserve.com/
https://ccsmh.printreserve.com/
November 12, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Vous cherchez un cadeau 🎁 pour vos collègues ? Visitez notre boutique et découvrez nos différents articles. Il y en a pour tous ceux qui soutiennent la santé mentale des personnes âgées ! Achetez dès maintenant !! ☺️
https://ccsmh.printreserve.com/
https://ccsmh.printreserve.com/
Looking for a gift 🎁for your colleagues? Why not shop our store and "treat" them to a guideline or two? Or check out the clinician pocket cards and brochures. There's something for everyone who supports the mental health of older adults! Shop now!! ☺️
https://ccsmh.printreserve.com/
https://ccsmh.printreserve.com/
November 12, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Looking for a gift 🎁for your colleagues? Why not shop our store and "treat" them to a guideline or two? Or check out the clinician pocket cards and brochures. There's something for everyone who supports the mental health of older adults! Shop now!! ☺️
https://ccsmh.printreserve.com/
https://ccsmh.printreserve.com/
✨ On this Remembrance Day, let’s come together to honor our heroes. As we wear our poppies with pride, let’s cherish the memories of those who served and sacrificed. May their courage inspire us today and every day! 🌺❤️ #LestWeForget #RemembranceDay #GratefulHearts
November 11, 2025 at 3:50 PM
✨ On this Remembrance Day, let’s come together to honor our heroes. As we wear our poppies with pride, let’s cherish the memories of those who served and sacrificed. May their courage inspire us today and every day! 🌺❤️ #LestWeForget #RemembranceDay #GratefulHearts
Do you have a loved one who has moved into long-term care?
Here are some tips to support their mental health. You can find more information here: https://ccsmh.ca/areas-of-focus/long-term-care/older-adults-and-care-partners/
#caregivers #longtermcare #mentalhealth
Here are some tips to support their mental health. You can find more information here: https://ccsmh.ca/areas-of-focus/long-term-care/older-adults-and-care-partners/
#caregivers #longtermcare #mentalhealth
November 10, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Do you have a loved one who has moved into long-term care?
Here are some tips to support their mental health. You can find more information here: https://ccsmh.ca/areas-of-focus/long-term-care/older-adults-and-care-partners/
#caregivers #longtermcare #mentalhealth
Here are some tips to support their mental health. You can find more information here: https://ccsmh.ca/areas-of-focus/long-term-care/older-adults-and-care-partners/
#caregivers #longtermcare #mentalhealth
Avez-vous un proche qui est entré dans un établissement de soins de longue durée?
Voici quelques conseils pour soutenir sa santé mentale. Vous trouverez plus d'informations ici: https://ccsmh.ca/domaines-dinteret/soins-de-longue-duree/soins-longue-duree-proches-aidants/?lang=fr
Voici quelques conseils pour soutenir sa santé mentale. Vous trouverez plus d'informations ici: https://ccsmh.ca/domaines-dinteret/soins-de-longue-duree/soins-longue-duree-proches-aidants/?lang=fr
November 10, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Avez-vous un proche qui est entré dans un établissement de soins de longue durée?
Voici quelques conseils pour soutenir sa santé mentale. Vous trouverez plus d'informations ici: https://ccsmh.ca/domaines-dinteret/soins-de-longue-duree/soins-longue-duree-proches-aidants/?lang=fr
Voici quelques conseils pour soutenir sa santé mentale. Vous trouverez plus d'informations ici: https://ccsmh.ca/domaines-dinteret/soins-de-longue-duree/soins-longue-duree-proches-aidants/?lang=fr
The impact of incontinence on the social health of older adults isn't always talked about. It's a big deal if you can't find a public washroom. Check out this app "Go Here", a free resource from the Crohn's and Colitis that maps out public washrooms on google maps: https://ow.ly/2KAK50XlKia
November 8, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The impact of incontinence on the social health of older adults isn't always talked about. It's a big deal if you can't find a public washroom. Check out this app "Go Here", a free resource from the Crohn's and Colitis that maps out public washrooms on google maps: https://ow.ly/2KAK50XlKia
WEBINAR: From Forum to Community: Sharing Insights on Aging Veterans’ Health and Well-Being
Date: Friday, November 14, 2025 12:00 pm–1:00 pm ET
For more details and to register: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/40c228ba-451a-452d-8d65-835da1f5b9a4@39b68a78-6b29-4f25-a2df-1d39298bfa1e
Date: Friday, November 14, 2025 12:00 pm–1:00 pm ET
For more details and to register: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/40c228ba-451a-452d-8d65-835da1f5b9a4@39b68a78-6b29-4f25-a2df-1d39298bfa1e
November 7, 2025 at 9:01 PM
WEBINAR: From Forum to Community: Sharing Insights on Aging Veterans’ Health and Well-Being
Date: Friday, November 14, 2025 12:00 pm–1:00 pm ET
For more details and to register: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/40c228ba-451a-452d-8d65-835da1f5b9a4@39b68a78-6b29-4f25-a2df-1d39298bfa1e
Date: Friday, November 14, 2025 12:00 pm–1:00 pm ET
For more details and to register: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/40c228ba-451a-452d-8d65-835da1f5b9a4@39b68a78-6b29-4f25-a2df-1d39298bfa1e
Physiotherapy techniques may improve symptoms of depression in older adults.
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/public-health/articles/10.3389/fpubh.2025.1671788/full
Not sure you're depressed? We have resources:
https://ccsmh.ca/areas-of-focus/depression/resources-older-adults-care-partners/
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/public-health/articles/10.3389/fpubh.2025.1671788/full
Not sure you're depressed? We have resources:
https://ccsmh.ca/areas-of-focus/depression/resources-older-adults-care-partners/
November 6, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Physiotherapy techniques may improve symptoms of depression in older adults.
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/public-health/articles/10.3389/fpubh.2025.1671788/full
Not sure you're depressed? We have resources:
https://ccsmh.ca/areas-of-focus/depression/resources-older-adults-care-partners/
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/public-health/articles/10.3389/fpubh.2025.1671788/full
Not sure you're depressed? We have resources:
https://ccsmh.ca/areas-of-focus/depression/resources-older-adults-care-partners/
Congratulations to Dr. Kim Ritchie, Trent University for spearheading this newly funded project that will look at trauma-informed care in long-term care. This is such important work!
Trent University Receives $1 Million Grant to Advance Trauma-Informed Care in Long-Term Care — PtboCanada
Through a $1-million research project grant, Trent University will introduce trauma-informed care practices into long-term care homes.
www.ptbocanada.com
November 4, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Congratulations to Dr. Kim Ritchie, Trent University for spearheading this newly funded project that will look at trauma-informed care in long-term care. This is such important work!
A recent Psychology Today article entitled: "Loneliness in Aging: How Mattering Makes the Difference" highlights the importance of feeling valued and needed as older adults.
Loneliness in Aging: How Mattering Makes the Difference
Loneliness in aging is about more than being alone—it’s about feeling invisible. Discover how small acts of recognition can protect seniors from despair.
www.psychologytoday.com
November 4, 2025 at 6:06 PM
A recent Psychology Today article entitled: "Loneliness in Aging: How Mattering Makes the Difference" highlights the importance of feeling valued and needed as older adults.
"The key to helping someone in crisis is to be ready."
The CMHA published a document called "Lean In and Listen: A guide to help prevent suicide". It has tools and strategies for developing a plan so that you can be ready to help someone.
#suicideprevention #mentalhealth #olderadults
The CMHA published a document called "Lean In and Listen: A guide to help prevent suicide". It has tools and strategies for developing a plan so that you can be ready to help someone.
#suicideprevention #mentalhealth #olderadults
cmha.ca
November 3, 2025 at 7:04 PM
"The key to helping someone in crisis is to be ready."
The CMHA published a document called "Lean In and Listen: A guide to help prevent suicide". It has tools and strategies for developing a plan so that you can be ready to help someone.
#suicideprevention #mentalhealth #olderadults
The CMHA published a document called "Lean In and Listen: A guide to help prevent suicide". It has tools and strategies for developing a plan so that you can be ready to help someone.
#suicideprevention #mentalhealth #olderadults
RAPPEL ! 💎 Vidéoconférences gériatriques internationales sur la santé mentale (I-GeMH)
L’âgisme, parlons-en !
Mardi 4 novembre 2025 - de 11 h à 12 h (heure normale de l’Est – HNE)
#/registrationistration" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/1acinomaSWCZW4JFQ3Y_fw#/registration
L’âgisme, parlons-en !
Mardi 4 novembre 2025 - de 11 h à 12 h (heure normale de l’Est – HNE)
#/registrationistration" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/1acinomaSWCZW4JFQ3Y_fw#/registration
November 3, 2025 at 5:58 PM
RAPPEL ! 💎 Vidéoconférences gériatriques internationales sur la santé mentale (I-GeMH)
L’âgisme, parlons-en !
Mardi 4 novembre 2025 - de 11 h à 12 h (heure normale de l’Est – HNE)
#/registrationistration" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/1acinomaSWCZW4JFQ3Y_fw#/registration
L’âgisme, parlons-en !
Mardi 4 novembre 2025 - de 11 h à 12 h (heure normale de l’Est – HNE)
#/registrationistration" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/1acinomaSWCZW4JFQ3Y_fw#/registration
The CCSMH is looking forward to attending the Canadian Caregiving Summit to connect, learn and shine a light on the mental health of caregivers.
https://canadiancaregivingsummit.ca
https://canadiancaregivingsummit.ca
November 1, 2025 at 6:00 PM
The CCSMH is looking forward to attending the Canadian Caregiving Summit to connect, learn and shine a light on the mental health of caregivers.
https://canadiancaregivingsummit.ca
https://canadiancaregivingsummit.ca
Social isolation and loneliness are linked to poor mental and physical health. Join CCSMH for the Exploring Prevention and the Risk Factors of Social Isolation Loneliness in Older Adults Webinar, featuring Dr. Grace Park & Dr. Andrew Wister.
Register: https://ow.ly/ftyc50Xk0tY
Register: https://ow.ly/ftyc50Xk0tY
October 31, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Social isolation and loneliness are linked to poor mental and physical health. Join CCSMH for the Exploring Prevention and the Risk Factors of Social Isolation Loneliness in Older Adults Webinar, featuring Dr. Grace Park & Dr. Andrew Wister.
Register: https://ow.ly/ftyc50Xk0tY
Register: https://ow.ly/ftyc50Xk0tY
GeriMedRisk Geriatric Clinical Pharmacology Rounds
"(De)Prescribing Pearls for Older Adults" with Dr. Carolyn M. Tan
Tuesday, November 4 at 12 noon (ET)
For learning objectives and to register:
#/registrationistration" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YH-XHCAnQPu44eILyg-9Nw#/registration
"(De)Prescribing Pearls for Older Adults" with Dr. Carolyn M. Tan
Tuesday, November 4 at 12 noon (ET)
For learning objectives and to register:
#/registrationistration" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YH-XHCAnQPu44eILyg-9Nw#/registration
October 30, 2025 at 6:01 PM
GeriMedRisk Geriatric Clinical Pharmacology Rounds
"(De)Prescribing Pearls for Older Adults" with Dr. Carolyn M. Tan
Tuesday, November 4 at 12 noon (ET)
For learning objectives and to register:
#/registrationistration" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YH-XHCAnQPu44eILyg-9Nw#/registration
"(De)Prescribing Pearls for Older Adults" with Dr. Carolyn M. Tan
Tuesday, November 4 at 12 noon (ET)
For learning objectives and to register:
#/registrationistration" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YH-XHCAnQPu44eILyg-9Nw#/registration
Understanding dementia leads to "higher levels of hope and...better quality of life" for care partners.
Don't know where to start? Try "11 Helpful Resources that Support Care Partner Education" https://behavioursindementia.ca/resource/11-helpful-resources-that-support-care-partner-education/
Don't know where to start? Try "11 Helpful Resources that Support Care Partner Education" https://behavioursindementia.ca/resource/11-helpful-resources-that-support-care-partner-education/
October 30, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Understanding dementia leads to "higher levels of hope and...better quality of life" for care partners.
Don't know where to start? Try "11 Helpful Resources that Support Care Partner Education" https://behavioursindementia.ca/resource/11-helpful-resources-that-support-care-partner-education/
Don't know where to start? Try "11 Helpful Resources that Support Care Partner Education" https://behavioursindementia.ca/resource/11-helpful-resources-that-support-care-partner-education/
The next I-GeMH session is Friday, November 21
(8 - 9 a.m. ET)
Subject:
The Limburg Living Lab: Innovating Long-Term Care and Mental Health for Aging Well
To register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
NOTE: Rounds are restricted to practitioners, students, and researchers in health care.
(8 - 9 a.m. ET)
Subject:
The Limburg Living Lab: Innovating Long-Term Care and Mental Health for Aging Well
To register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
NOTE: Rounds are restricted to practitioners, students, and researchers in health care.
October 28, 2025 at 8:46 PM
The next I-GeMH session is Friday, November 21
(8 - 9 a.m. ET)
Subject:
The Limburg Living Lab: Innovating Long-Term Care and Mental Health for Aging Well
To register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
NOTE: Rounds are restricted to practitioners, students, and researchers in health care.
(8 - 9 a.m. ET)
Subject:
The Limburg Living Lab: Innovating Long-Term Care and Mental Health for Aging Well
To register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
NOTE: Rounds are restricted to practitioners, students, and researchers in health care.
Free in-person and virtual session: "How to Get a Good Night's Sleep Without Sleeping Pills."
November 27, 2025 from 7 - 8:15 p.m. (Nfld and Labrador time)
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/how-to-get-a-good-nights-sleep-without-sleeping-pills-tickets-1762470389379?aff=oddtdtcreator
November 27, 2025 from 7 - 8:15 p.m. (Nfld and Labrador time)
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/how-to-get-a-good-nights-sleep-without-sleeping-pills-tickets-1762470389379?aff=oddtdtcreator
October 28, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Free in-person and virtual session: "How to Get a Good Night's Sleep Without Sleeping Pills."
November 27, 2025 from 7 - 8:15 p.m. (Nfld and Labrador time)
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/how-to-get-a-good-nights-sleep-without-sleeping-pills-tickets-1762470389379?aff=oddtdtcreator
November 27, 2025 from 7 - 8:15 p.m. (Nfld and Labrador time)
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/how-to-get-a-good-nights-sleep-without-sleeping-pills-tickets-1762470389379?aff=oddtdtcreator
💎 Vidéoconférences gériatriques internationales sur la santé mentale (I-GeMH)
L’âgisme, parlons-en !
Mardi 4 novembre 2025 - de 11 h à 12 h (heure normale de l’Est – HNE)
#/registrationistration" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/1acinomaSWCZW4JFQ3Y_fw#/registration
Canadian Academy of Geriatric Psychiatry
L’âgisme, parlons-en !
Mardi 4 novembre 2025 - de 11 h à 12 h (heure normale de l’Est – HNE)
#/registrationistration" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/1acinomaSWCZW4JFQ3Y_fw#/registration
Canadian Academy of Geriatric Psychiatry
October 27, 2025 at 6:30 PM
💎 Vidéoconférences gériatriques internationales sur la santé mentale (I-GeMH)
L’âgisme, parlons-en !
Mardi 4 novembre 2025 - de 11 h à 12 h (heure normale de l’Est – HNE)
#/registrationistration" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/1acinomaSWCZW4JFQ3Y_fw#/registration
Canadian Academy of Geriatric Psychiatry
L’âgisme, parlons-en !
Mardi 4 novembre 2025 - de 11 h à 12 h (heure normale de l’Est – HNE)
#/registrationistration" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/1acinomaSWCZW4JFQ3Y_fw#/registration
Canadian Academy of Geriatric Psychiatry
What is the biggest risk factor for isolation among older adults? Share your thoughts and join us for the Exploring Prevention and the Risk Factors of Social Isolation Loneliness in Older Adults Webinar. Register: #/registrationistration" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Qz4F_1dCRHq3wAU-Eo1vIA#/registration
October 27, 2025 at 1:45 PM
What is the biggest risk factor for isolation among older adults? Share your thoughts and join us for the Exploring Prevention and the Risk Factors of Social Isolation Loneliness in Older Adults Webinar. Register: #/registrationistration" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Qz4F_1dCRHq3wAU-Eo1vIA#/registration
Social isolation and loneliness are linked to poor mental and physical health. the Exploring Prevention and the Risk Factors of Social Isolation Loneliness in Older Adults Webinar will explore prevention and risk factors.
Register: https://ow.ly/bG9N50XgfWz
Register: https://ow.ly/bG9N50XgfWz
October 24, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Social isolation and loneliness are linked to poor mental and physical health. the Exploring Prevention and the Risk Factors of Social Isolation Loneliness in Older Adults Webinar will explore prevention and risk factors.
Register: https://ow.ly/bG9N50XgfWz
Register: https://ow.ly/bG9N50XgfWz
An article was published recently looking at how a virtual community of practice (Project ECHO) might address professional isolation and burnout among geriatric mental health providers. You can read more here. 👇
The Influence of Project ECHO Participation on Professional Isolation and Burnout Among Geriatric Mental Health Providers - Canadian Coalition for Seniors' Mental Health
ABSTRACT Professional isolation is a contributor to healthcare professionals’ burnout, a critical threat to the well-being and sustainability of the ABSTRACT Professional isolation is a contributor to healthcare professionals’ burnout, a critical threat to the well-being and sustainability of the health workforce. One intervention that may be effective in mitigating professional isolation and decreasing burnout risk is a clinically-focused community of practice that prioritizes mentorship and collaboration, which are important aspects of the Project ECHO™ educational model...
ccsmh.ca
October 22, 2025 at 8:35 PM
An article was published recently looking at how a virtual community of practice (Project ECHO) might address professional isolation and burnout among geriatric mental health providers. You can read more here. 👇
Dr. Andrew Wister joins our Webinar series to discuss major risk factors for social isolation in older adults, and how professionals can anticipate and respond to changes in life circumstances.
Nov 5, 2025 | 12:00–1:00 pm EST | Register:
https://ow.ly/M4xt50XgfC4
Nov 5, 2025 | 12:00–1:00 pm EST | Register:
https://ow.ly/M4xt50XgfC4
October 22, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Dr. Andrew Wister joins our Webinar series to discuss major risk factors for social isolation in older adults, and how professionals can anticipate and respond to changes in life circumstances.
Nov 5, 2025 | 12:00–1:00 pm EST | Register:
https://ow.ly/M4xt50XgfC4
Nov 5, 2025 | 12:00–1:00 pm EST | Register:
https://ow.ly/M4xt50XgfC4