The Fountain of Health

Programs McMaster Toolkit on Working with Older Adults Resources The Fountain of Health

The Fountain of Health

Verbal Communication

This website presents emphasis on changing how we think about aging. It is a multidimensional website that is interactive and provides multiple resources for seniors to access that are very user-friendly. Positive aging is framed in the contexts of physical activity, mental health, lifelong learning, and being socially active. The Evidence Base references section of the website is a useful resource for students.

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Falls: General Information

This PDF provides information for patients on how to talk to their doctor about concerns they may have about their risk of falling and includes tips on how to avoid falls, potential signs to look for, and modifications that could be made to decrease risk.

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Meeting the Health Care Needs of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Older Adults

At the 30min mark, this thought-provoking presentation offers strategies for respectful communication, and how many common questions health care practitioners use (e.g. “Do you have a husband?” “Are you married?”) may make LGBT seniors uncomfortable with disclosing health information.

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