Earth Day...a day that reminds us that our well-being is connected to the physical world around us.
Spending time in green and blue spaces is great for our mental health. Hanging out with friends or family or volunteering while your outside is like getting a double dose of good medicine. Enjoy!
I-GeMH 💎 Friday, April 24, 2026 | 8 - 9 a.m. ET
Facing Fear: Helping Older Adults Overcome Anxiety with Andrea Iaboni, MD DPhil FRCPC
us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/7o4cnz3...
NOTE: These rounds are restricted to practitioners, students, and researchers in health care.
The April issue of the CCSMH newsletter is now available!
👉 mailchi.mp/ccsmh/april-2026-ccsmh-c...
We submitted a brief to the Standing Committee on the Status of Women on the abuse and financial vulnerability of older women. These experiences are complex, often hidden, and deeply interconnected. Effective responses must support safety, autonomy, and mental well-being.
https://ow.ly/Hija50YMKqz
New Canadian standards on Crisis and Distress Lines are now available through Health Standards Organization.
The CCSMH was pleased to be part of the Technical Committee ensuring that the needs of and issues affecting older adults were represented.
If you think someone is at risk of suicide, don’t be afraid to ask. Find out how to ask someone if they need help: 988.ca/get-help/talk-to-someone...
Si vous pensez qu'une personne présente un risque de suicide, n'hésitez pas à lui poser la question. #988Canada
Nous savons que certaines personnes s'inquiètent à ce sujet, alors soyons clairs : il n'y a pas de problème si vous devez appeler le 9-8-8 plus d'une fois. Vous pouvez toujours nous contacter à nouveau pour obtenir de l'aide. Nous sommes là quand vous avez besoin de nous. #988Canada
New research has revealed six major dimensions of well-being. This list is courtesy of https://ow.ly/MMe650YK6jE
Iasiello, M., van Agteren, J., Ali, K. et al. A Delphi consensus study on the dimensions of positive mental health. Nat. Mental Health (2026). https://ow.ly/A3yv50YK6jF
📢 Les nominations pour les prix 2026 de l'ACGP-CCSMPA sont maintenant ouvertes !
Pour en savoir plus sur les prix et accéder aux formulaires de nomination, visitez :
https://ow.ly/26wb50YtN4r
📆 Vous avez jusqu'au mercredi 17 juin à 23h59 HNE.
N'hésitez pas à faire passer le mot !
📢 Nominations for the 2026 CAGP-CCSMH Awards are now open!
Nominate an organization or an individual today. To learn more about the awards and to access the nomination forms, visit: https://ow.ly/nZCG50YtMVM
📆 You have until Wednesday, June 17 at 11:59 PM EST.
Please spread the word!
💎 Vidéoconférences I-GeMH
mardi 12 mai 2026 | De 11 h à 12 h (heure normale de l’Est – HNE)
Vieillir avec un autisme : quelles conséquences sur la santé physique et cognitive ?
👉 S'INSCRIRE
https://ow.ly/sObc50YCzTQ
The Bright Side of Life: Optimism and Risk of Dementia - a study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. One of the key findings: "Higher optimism was associated with a lower risk of developing dementia..."
https://ow.ly/fhQw50YH8es (open access)
Happy National Pet Day! 🐾🪶🐟 Our furry, feathered and finned friends do so much for our mental health. From keeping us company to helping us cope through a tough time, our pets are an important part of our lives.
The Alzheimer Society of Ontario, in collaboration with the RIA, is inviting care partners who support someone living with dementia to participate in a research study about sleep.
Here's the link to the survey: alzheimersocietyon.limesurvey.net/817437
It was National Caregiver Day yesterday. Caregivers come in many packages...parent, child, sibling, neighbour, friend and so many more.
Revisit our blog post from the summer written by a non-family care partner. Lots of great resources are shared too!
https://ow.ly/hBuS50YFKQF
I-GeMH 💎 Friday, April 24, 2026 | 8 - 9 a.m. ET
Facing Fear: Helping Older Adults Overcome Anxiety with Andrea Iaboni, MD DPhil FRCPC
us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/7o4cnz3...
NOTE: These rounds are restricted to practitioners, students, and researchers in health care.
This World Health Day, let’s celebrate the strength, wisdom, and resilience of older adults 💙
Mental well-being matters at every age—and connection, kindness, and community can make all the difference. Reach out, share a smile, and support healthy minds for healthy aging.
Register today for the May 4 @nidus-delirium.bsky.social webinar.
deliriumnetwork.org/webinars/upc...
#delirium
Over the years, the CCSMH has worked on developing resources and guidance on many different mental health issues as they relate to older adults. If you're curious, check out our Areas of Focus section to browse: https://ccsmh.ca/areas-of-focus/
Please spread the word!
In this month’s Head and Heart blog post, Executive Director, Claire Checkland reflects on the issue of elder abuse and the role of health care.
You can read it here: https://ow.ly/3a7V50YzXkm
🌟 NEW RESOURCES! Mental Health and Financial Fraud
Two new resources designed to support older adults in understanding and navigating the emotional impact of fraud. One for older adults and the other for health care practitioners and allies.
👉 Check them out here: https://ow.ly/10AF50Yzpke
NOUVELLES RESSOURCES ! Santé mentale et fraude financière pour aider les personnes âinées à comprendre et à gérer l'impact émotionnel de la fraude. L'une s'adresse aux personnes âinées, l'autre aux professionnels de santé et à leurs partenaires.
👉 Découvrez-les ici : https://ow.ly/f5TR50Yzpqm
When you think animal-assisted therapy, dogs probably come to mind. But what about horses?
Here's a story about a program in the Ottawa area that's pairing horses with older adults to encourage social engagement and physical activity.
https://ow.ly/oqO150YuLXy
The Behaviours in Dementia Toolkit continues to be a reliable source for information on various behaviours experienced by people living with dementia.
In January, the most common search words on the site included: anxiety, sleep, wandering and caregiver support.
https://ow.ly/tKN950Ywzbo
There's still time to register for this Thursday's Kindness session!
Happiness has no age limit! 💛 On International Day of Happiness, we celebrate the wisdom, resilience, and joy older adults bring to our communities every day. A shared story, a warm smile, a moment of connection—these are the little things that create big happiness! 😊
The Alzheimer Society of Ontario, in collaboration with the RIA, is inviting care partners who support someone living with dementia to participate in a research study about sleep.
Here's the link to the survey: alzheimersocietyon.limesurvey.net/817437
❓Did you know that we have a YouTube channel?
The most viewed video? It's a short one on feeling sad and lonely that is for older adults. It's been viewed over 110,000 times! Why not check it out: youtu.be/lB8IK4rpnRA
Learning Opportunity
When: Friday, March 20 | 12 noon (ET)
Topic: "Antipsychotics and Quality of Care for Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia in Long-Term Care"
Speaker: Dr. Dallas Seitz
Host: Canadian Society for Long-Term Care Medicine
https://www.csltcm.ca/webinars
Sleep is essential for healthy aging — and for our mental health. 💤
For older adults, good sleep does more than help us feel rested. It supports brain health, emotional well-being, and our ability to stay connected with others.
#HealthyAging #SleepHealth #MentalHealthMatters #OlderAdults
