Guides and Useful Tips

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For healthcare professionals

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• Algorithm for Fall Risk Screening, Assessment and Intervention​

  • Developed by the Public Health Agency of Canada

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• eConsult Brochure

  • Developed by Trauma NB ​and NB Department of Health

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• NB PharmaCheck Guidance Document​

  • Developed by the NB Department of Health

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• Mobility Assessment Guidelines

  • Developed by Trauma NB

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For older patients, caregivers and family members

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• If You Fall or Witness a Fall, Do You Know What to Do? - Web Page

  • Developed by the Public Health Agency of Canada

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• If You Fall or Witness a Fall, Do You Know What to Do? - Guidebook

  • Developed by the Public Health Agency of Canada

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• Fall Prevention for Elders - Booklet

  • Developed by the Elsipogtog Health & Wellness Centre in collaboration with Trauma NB

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• Home Adaptation for Seniors' Independence Program

  • Offered by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation

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• The Safe Living Guide

  • Developed by the Public Health Agency of Canada

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• 12 Steps to Stair Safety at Home

  • Developed by the Public Health Agency of Canada

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• Check Your Medications

  • Original concept developed by the Alberta Centre for Injury Control and Research

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• Physical Activity Tips for Older Adults

  • Developed by Public Health Agency of Canada

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• Canadian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines for Adults ages 65 years and older

  • Developed by the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology

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• Active Aging in New Brunswick

  • Developed by the NB Healthy Eating and Physical Activity Coalition 

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• A Guide to Healthy Eating for Older Adults

  • Developed by Dietitians of Canada​

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• Adding movement to your at-home routine 

  • Developed by Parachute

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• Safe Winter Walking Brochure for Older Adults

  • Developed by ​Trauma NB

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• Vision Care: Healthy Aging

  • Developed by NB Senior and Healthy Aging Secretariat

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• Foot Care and Footwear

  • Original concept developed by the Alberta Centre for Injury Control and Research

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• Go for It: A Guide to Choosing and Using Assistive Devices

  • Developed by the Public Health Agency of Canada

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• Alcohol and Seniors

  • Developed by ​Éduc’alcool​

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• Age-friendly Guide: How to Develop Your Age-Friendly Community (AFC)

  • Adapted by the Assoc. francophone des aînés du N.-B. and the NB Department of Social Development