June 1–7 is National Kinesiology Week! We’re proud to be part of a community that uses the science of movement to improve health, support recovery, and enhance quality of life. Together, we’re building stronger teams and healthier communities.
It's Team Member Tuesday! ✨
Rosalia van Schouwen is a Research Assistant working on analyzing the rate of perceived exertion values collected during the Dementia Moves intervention. Welcome, Rosalia!
Our team was proud to attend the Canadian Physiotherapy Congress last week! It was an energizing few days of learning, collaboration, and meaningful conversations.
New video from ARC LTC👇
https://t.co/TH1IaNtvpd
Exploring the mental health & well-being of newcomer care aides across Atlantic Canada, and how it differs from longer-term workers.
Important insights for a stronger care workforce 🌎
May is National Caregivers Month—a time to recognize the incredible dedication, compassion, and strength of caregivers everywhere. Your support makes a meaningful difference in the lives of so many. Thank you for all that you do.
It's Team Member Tuesday! ✨
Sloan Stark is currently completing her final co-op placement as a Research Assistant with the 3F Research Group. She's contributing to projects in rehabilitation and dementia care. Welcome back, Sloan!
It's Feature Friday! Today, we are highlighting a study that used digital markers in a dementia care unit to track social behaviours and engagement.
https://t.co/uqCOewFMEz
Happy National Physiotherapy Month!
This month, we celebrate the profession and the critical role physiotherapy plays in preventative healthcare. We’re looking forward to seeing many physiotherapists at the Canadian Physiotherapy Association Congress next week in Halifax!
It's Team Member Tuesday! ✨
Charlie Cavanagh is a Research in Medicine (RIM) student working on a project exploring resistance training in midlife women. When she's not studying to become a medical doctor, she is probably outside on a run 🏃♀️👟 Welcome, Charlie!
It's Feature Friday! Today we are highlighting a study looking at the feasibility of an integrated collection of education modules for fall and fracture prevention (iCARE) for healthcare providers in long-term care.
https://t.co/P5rEKsvgFE
It's Feature Friday! Today we are highlighting a study looking at digital markers and phenotypes of rest-activity rhythms in people with advanced dementia using real-time location data. To read more head to the link below!
https://t.co/MpTziYeLdH
Jasmine and Michael presented their research at the 14th annual Northwood Research Symposium - it was a great day of learning about the research going on in continuing care in Nova Scotia!
Happy Feature Friday! Today we are sharing a study looking at the evaluation of an equity, diversity and inclusion program for the healthcare workforce in rural long-term care in Canada. To read more head to the link below!
https://t.co/6QoN4mh1eb
It's Feature Friday! Today we are sharing a qualitative study looking at barriers and facilitators to data-informed care planning in long-term care in Nova Scotia, Canada. To read more head to the link below.
https://t.co/oMoC6byLCT
Check out the AGEWELL EPIC Conference – Free for all registrants! This is the largest trainee-focused event at the intersection of health, aging, and technology. Follow this link for more details! https://t.co/hR2ALPP2ox
Last week, Jasmine travelled to Toronto for OSNET’s Clinical Research Day, the Canadian Musculoskeletal Conference, and the Fragility Fracture Network Canada Congress — connecting with bone health experts and returning inspired for her future research.
MScRR student Jasmine presented her thesis at the Dalhousie Crossroads Conference this weekend and also supported the event as part of the organizing committee. She valued the opportunity to connect with researchers from across Canada.