Solutions for today, innovation for tomorrow. Enabling people to age with dignity and independence. The GERAS Centre for Aging Research is part of Hamilton Health sciences and affiliated with McMaster University.
Our mission is to make life better for older adults by bringing the best research to the frontlines of care as quickly as possible. Our primary research focus is to lead in research and innovation in the Geriatric 5Ms: mind, mobility, medications, multi-complexity by building a framework of what matters most for older adults. We are leaders in research, innovation and learning for the benefit of o
Our mission is to make life better for older adults by bringing the best research to the frontlines of care as quickly as possible. Our primary research focus is to lead in research and innovation in the Geriatric 5Ms: mind, mobility, medications, multi-complexity by building a framework of what matters most for older adults. We are leaders in research, innovation and learning for the benefit of o
Join our team - we are seeking a Research Assistant at the #GERAS Centre for Aging Research in #HamOnt!
Learn more: https://gerascentre.ca/careers/
Join our team - we are seeking a Research Assistant at the #GERAS Centre for Aging Research in #HamOnt!
Learn more: https://gerascentre.ca/careers/
New McMaster University publication 📗 highlights feasibility & utility of predicting multimorbidity status using #MachineLearning, resulting in early detection of patients at risk of mortality & re-admission. This can support proactive triage & resource allocation #GERASjournalclub
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijmedinf.2021.104597
New McMaster University publication 📗 highlights feasibility & utility of predicting multimorbidity status using #MachineLearning, resulting in early detection of patients at risk of mortality & re-admission. This can support proactive triage & resource allocation #GERASjournalclub
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijmedinf.2021.104597
Check out GERAS Centre #PHD student, Ahreum Lee's poster presentation at the The American Society for Bone and Mineral Research 2021 annual meeting!
Results from the Canadian Longitudinal study on Aging (CLSA) were used to study #cognition, #frailty, #falls and self-reported incident #fractures.
Check out GERAS Centre #PHD student, Ahreum Lee's poster presentation at the The American Society for Bone and Mineral Research 2021 annual meeting!
Results from the Canadian Longitudinal study on Aging (CLSA) were used to study #cognition, #frailty, #falls and self-reported incident #fractures.
👏 New #openaccess Publication from GERAS Centre
Knowing the barriers and facilitators for #FracturePrevention in #LTC is key! #GERASjournalclub
Learn more about leveraging enabling factors to prevent #fractures: https://bmcgeriatr.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12877-021-02388-3
👏 New #openaccess Publication from GERAS Centre
Knowing the barriers and facilitators for #FracturePrevention in #LTC is key! #GERASjournalclub
Learn more about leveraging enabling factors to prevent #fractures: https://bmcgeriatr.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12877-021-02388-3
Welcome to McMaster University, Dr. Justin Lee, as an Assistant Professor (Special), Division of Geriatric Medicine at the Department of Medicine! #geriatrics
Welcome to McMaster University, Dr. Justin Lee, as an Assistant Professor (Special), Division of Geriatric Medicine at the Department of Medicine! #geriatrics
Mark your calendars for Nov. 17, 2021! You don’t want to miss this Update in #Geriatrics #Virtual Conference. #macgeriupdate2021
Link: http://updateingeriatrics.ca
Mark your calendars for Nov. 17, 2021! You don’t want to miss this Update in #Geriatrics #Virtual Conference. #macgeriupdate2021
Link: http://updateingeriatrics.ca
The GERAS Fit-Frailty App provides a comprehensive assessment of #frailty! Learn more about research led by Dr. Courtney Kennedy & Dr. Sarah Park in the latest report from the @MacDeptMed: https://healthsci.mcmaster.ca/medicine/engagement/annual-reports
#AgingReimagined #BrighterWorld #Solutions4Today
The GERAS Fit-Frailty App provides a comprehensive assessment of #frailty! Learn more about research led by Dr. Courtney Kennedy & Dr. Sarah Park in the latest report from the @MacDeptMed: https://healthsci.mcmaster.ca/medicine/engagement/annual-reports
#AgingReimagined #BrighterWorld #Solutions4Today
GERAS Centre updated their information in their About section.
Five fingers for 5K!! 🖐️Congratulations to our Happy Feet team member Dr Irene Turpie and friends on completing their 5k walk - with plans to do another 10k this week! 🏃♀️#StridesForTheGeneral #ItsVitalToCare
“On September 25 the GERAS Centre's @dr_alexandrap will be an expert contributor on Mobility & Osteoporosis during the Age-Friendly Healthcare in a COVID-19 World Virtual Conference
Register today: http://ow.ly/yBd330r8ZDy”
Age-friendly healthcare involves using evidence-based practice and awareness of what matters most to individuals in every care interaction. It also operates within the 4M's framework, which includes Medication, Mentation, Mobility, and What Matters Most. This framework has, however, had to adapt to....
Hip fractures are the most common fractures in #LTC. Exercise can help, but make sure to address all the reasons why a resident might be falling or fracturing 🦴
Learn more: http://ow.ly/H6Yz30r9bkH
Hip fractures are the most common fractures in #LTC. Exercise can help, but make sure to address all the reasons why a resident might be falling or fracturing.
We would like to welcome Jessica into her new role as a Junior Research Coordinator at the GERAS Centre! Jessica has had a diverse role working on multiple projects as a Research Assistant and now Jr. Research Coordinator at the GERAS Centre💫
A warm welcome to our new research assistant Karen Thompson! Karen enjoys volunteering, working, & conducting research in the field of gerontology and is passionate about ensuring older adults are able to maintain their independence & dignity within the community 💫
Learn more about Karen: http://ow.ly/AO5S30r80PX
Hip fracture is one of the leading causes of hospitalization for #LTC residents. Dancing is a great balance challenge to help prevent falls and fractures! #geriPT #whenindoubtdanceitout #GERASOsteoporosisLTC
Learn more: http://ow.ly/kdee30r804t
Hip fracture is one of the leading causes of hospitalization for #LTC residents. Dancing is a great balance challenge to help prevent falls and fractures! #g...
The rate of hip fracture is 1.6-2.2 times higher for residents in #LTC than older adults in the community. Physiotherapists can help prevent falls and fractures through objective assessments of mobility, balance, and falls risk #GeriPT
Learn more: http://ow.ly/zGVV30r6GsR
The rate of hip fracture is 1.6-2.2 times higher for residents in #LTC than older adults in the community. Physiotherapists can help prevent falls and fractu...
Make sure residents get into and out of bed safely to protect their spines from fractures, especially if they have osteoporosis
Learn more: http://ow.ly/3TGy30r5oNU
#GERASOsteoLTC #OldNotWeak
Learn how to make sure residents get into and out of bed safely to protect their spines from fractures.
Congratulations to Dr. Sharon Marr on being awarded the 2020 Peter McCracken Physician Innovator in Education Award from the Canadian Geriatric Society for her work in education and her dedication to geriatric medicine!
"Dr. Marr says the award will provide the stimulus to expand the GCP to other health care workers and community frontline workers, to ensure older adults remain safe and independent within their homes and long-term care" 🌟
Read more on the HHS Hub: http://ow.ly/JENo30r4ihE
Slouching puts a lot of force through the spine. Remind residents to sit tall throughout the day to keep good alignment and protect their spine from fractures 🦴 #GERASOsteoporosisLTC
Watch this video for tips: http://ow.ly/9xSd30r4h2A
Slouching puts a lot of force through the spine. Remind residents to sit tall throughout the day to keep good alignment and protect their spine from fracture...
Hip fractures can lead to worse mobility and even death. Do sit to stands with residents before they leave the dining room to keep their legs strong and help prevent falls and fractures #oldnotweak
Watch to learn more! http://ow.ly/c6dw30r3fgN
Hip fractures can lead to worse mobility and even death. Do sit to stands with residents before they leave the dining room to keep their legs strong and help...
Worldwide, osteoporosis causes a fracture every 3 seconds. Learn about Romosozumab, the newest agent on the block, in this review by Dr. Alexandra Kobza, PGY2 in Internal Medicine and the team at McMaster University!
Learn more: http://ow.ly/v5vB30r33kB #GERASJournalClub
Join our team - we are seeking a Communications Volunteer at the GERAS Centre for Aging Research in #HamOnt!
Learn more: https://gerascentre.ca/careers/
Study led by Dr. Kaasalainen finds that medication management differs based on level of #dementia: early stages characterized by independence, & late stages characterized by caregivers assuming responsibility for managing meds
Read more: http://ow.ly/TPfW30r2Ep8
#GERASJournalClub
Learn more about the world's first ‘smart’ hospital bed co-designed by GERAS & Ably Medical!
https://lnkd.in/e7q2NNR
Imagine a hospital bed that’s capable of machine learning and can monitor heart rate, breathing rates, weight and movement patterns. The world’s first “smart” hospital bed is being developed by Ably Medical in Norway with input from HHS staff.
Hey PSWs working in long-term care – want to know what you can do to help prevent falls and fractures in long-term care?
Check out our video series for PSWs: http://ow.ly/ippH30r1Iux
#GERASOsteoporosisLTC #toofittofracture #falls #fractures #LTC #PSW
Personal Support Workers working in long-term care – want to know what you can do to help prevent falls and fractures in long-term care? Check out our video ...
Meta-analysis of randomized trials finds hip protectors decrease the risk of hip fractures in the elderly #hipfractures @CIHR_IRSC @BoneJointCanada
Read more: http://ow.ly/ahkf30r1hZl #GERASJournalClub
Are you a person living with #dementia or a Care Partner/#Caregiver? We want to hear your experiences, challenges and ideas on making the Hamilton and Haldimand communities #DementiaFriendly!
📞1-888-343-1017 ext. 211 for more information
Join in a series of discussions about healthy aging & how to adopt healthy behaviours, presented by the Hamilton Council on Aging (@HamOnt_Aging) & GERAS
Topic: "The Secret Ingredients of Aging: Tips for Nutrition"
📅 Thurs July 16
🕚 11-1145am
Register: https://events.hpl.ca/event/4418608
Are you a person living with dementia or a CarePartner/Caregiver? We want to hear your experiences, challenges and ideas on making the Hamilton and Haldimand communities #DementiaFriendly!
📞1-888-343-1017 ext. 211 for more information
Excellent Toronto Star #COVID19 rehab article this weekend. “It is very complicated #rehab no matter your age. It’s not just doctors. It’s not just PT or OT. Patients #recovering from COVID need everybody in the long road back to normal”
Full article: http://ow.ly/pCLf30qSlDm
Research shows #intergenerational interactions reduce #depression and #loneliness. Try daily phone calls with family or friends to stay connected while at home
#GerasWellnessTips #COVID19 #ProtectTheVulnerable #HamOnt #TheSpec #BrighterWorld
New research shows increasing your #LifeSpace protects your #brain! Try connecting with nature by #BirdWatching or #Gardening staying safe at home House with garden
#GerasWellnessTips #COVID19 #ProtectTheVulnerable #HamOnt #TheSpec #BrighterWorld
The City of Hamilton's Virtual 'Seniors Without Walls' program has expanded!
✅Programs are FREE!
✅multi-person phone conversations - any phone will do!
✅Call into the program or they can call you - your choice!
Register today 📞905-973-0891 #StayHome
Hamilton.ca/seniors
Help the older adults in your life stay connected and healthy at a distance with this resource compiled by the Hamilton Council on Aging! http://ow.ly/OPl330quRo8
Happy Thanksgiving from the GERAS Centre!
Learn how to apply the LTC Fracture Prevention guideline recommendations and the upcoming OFCP webinar with Drs. Papaioannou & Feldman on Sept 6! Register today: http://ow.ly/E4xZ30ppiyU
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