Nova Scotia Centre on Aging

Congratulations Dr. Keefe!

Congratulations to Dr. Janice Keefe, Professor and Chair of the Department of Aging and Family Science, Lena Isabel Jodrey Chair in Gerontology, and Director of the Nova Scotia Centre on Aging, for being appointed as a member of the Council of Canadian Academies / Conseil des académies canadiennes's (CCA) Expert Panel of Supporting the Use of Technologies for Aging in Place.

The panel will explore what interventions would be the most effective in enhancing the uptake of technologies to support aging in place.

Learn more: https://www.cca-reports.ca/cca-appoints-expert-panel-to-examine-technologies-to-support-aging-in-place/

📢 NEW Publication

What contributes to care aide job satisfaction in long-term care homes across Atlantic Canada?

Our newly published paper explores the individual and organizational factors associated with care aide job satisfaction—the first study of its kind in the region. We found that the work environment plays a critical role. Specifically, a positive workplace culture was the factor most strongly associated with higher job satisfaction. The findings offer important insights for building stronger workplaces and strengthening long-term care.

📖 Read the article: https://authors.elsevier.com/sd/article/S1525861026002355

Register now for the Canadian Association of Gerontology (CAG) Webinar Series:

Aging Without Care
📅 June 23, 2026
👩‍🏫 Speaker: Susan Braedley (Carleton University) https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/fvkh52tUS_ySTlQCMPwYeA #/registration

Home Care as a Meeting Place: Where Aging, Disability and Care Work Converge
📅 July 22, 2026
👩‍🏫 Speaker: Christine Kelly (University of Manitoba) https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tWH-UPXWTv-0fco189QokQ #/registration

Emerging Insights from CAG Student/Trainee Bursary and Scholarship Award Winners
📅 August 5, 2026
👥 Multiple presenters from UBC, University of Manitoba, and Alzheimer Society https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/JRnTfe-oS8egXJz1Ak0HKQ #/registration

🗣️VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Our new MedPal Pilot Program connects volunteer notetakers with seniors to help them prepare for and attend medical appointments. Transportation provided within HRM. www.spencerhouse.ca/medpal

Med Pal is funded through the Nova Scotia Health Wellness Fund, in partnership with the Community Health Boards of Nova Scotia.

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day draws attention to the fact that older adults have rights and should live free from ageism and neglect. On June 15 and everyday let’s work to change the narrative around age and aging to one that recognizes the celebrates the contributions of older adults.

We are pleased to be working with Aging Well NS on a workshop aimed at helping older Nova Scotians challenge ageism, and we will be launching a podcast series in the fall to encourage dialogue about getting older. Stay in touch for more info.

Elder abuse can lead to serious distress and harm, including physical injury and long-term psychological consequences. But it is preventable, and everyone can play a role in protecting older persons.

Recognizing the signs, identifying vulnerable community members, and taking action can make a difference.

Monday is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.