Parent Program: Spark

Bridging communication across generational, cultural, and language divides among Chinese-Canadians — Bridging communication across generational, cultural, and language divides among Chinese-Canadians
This research project intends to support intergenerational communication by implementing inclusive programs that will address common themes and […]

20 Sep, 2021 tagged Spark-CU / V1 / Aging in Place / communication / culture / intergenerational / Spark

Memorias-Community: Building community for older adults and those living with dementia — Memorias-Community: Building community for older adults and those living with ...
Memorias-Community is a tablet app that connects older adults and individuals living with dementia through brain training games […]

20 Sep, 2021 tagged Spark-CU / V1 / Cognitive Health / app / dementia / social engagement / Spark

Using multigenerational storytelling to create connections — Using multigenerational storytelling to create connections
This project will pair older adults and persons with disabilities (PwD) with young people to decrease social isolation […]

20 Sep, 2021 tagged Spark-CU / V1 / Cognitive Health / digital literacy / loneliness / mental health / storytelling / Spark

Community-Based Social Connectedness Program to Reduce Loneliness Among Older Adults — Community-Based Social Connectedness Program to Reduce Loneliness Among Older Adults
This project will use peer-reviewed research from experts in the geriatric field and reports on the lived experiences […]

20 Sep, 2021 tagged Spark-CU / V1 / Aging in Place / community living / loneliness / Spark

Sunshine Connected: Supporting digital literacy among older adults — Sunshine Connected: Supporting digital literacy among older adults
Sunshine Connected pairs older adults and students using a quiz that matches common interests, facilitating mutually beneficial conversations […]

20 Sep, 2021 tagged Spark-CU / V1 / Cognitive Health / digital literacy / intergenerational storytelling / Spark

Combatting loneliness in older adults through a novel sensory stimulating communication tool — Combatting loneliness in older adults through a novel sensory stimulating ...
In Canada, up to 77% of bedridden older adults cannot see their loved ones’ faces when they are […]

20 Sep, 2021 tagged Spark-CU / V1 / Aging in Place / loneliness / long-term care / social isolation / Spark

PairingCare: Optimizing Dementia Homecare — PairingCare: Optimizing Dementia Homecare
This project is developing PairingCare, a novel dementia homecare platform through which persons living with dementia and their caregivers can connect […]

16 Sep, 2021 tagged Spark-ON v1 / Aging in Place / dementia / eldercare / homecare / Spark

Testing Online Meaning-Centered Groups in Promoting Psychological Well-Being and Reducing Distress in Ontario Retirement Home Residents — Testing Online Meaning-Centered Groups in Promoting Psychological Well-Being and Reducing ...
COVID-19 has had a substantial negative impact on the health and well-being of older Canadians, a demographic with […]

3 Aug, 2021 tagged Spark-ON v1 / Cognitive Health / long-term care / psychological resiliency / social isolation / well-being / Spark

Guided Frailty Assessment: The Virtual Fit-Frailty App and Online Portal — Guided Frailty Assessment: The Virtual Fit-Frailty App and Online Portal
Frailty in older adults can negatively impact independence, mobility, and quality of life. The Fit-Frailty app is an […]

20 Jul, 2021 tagged Spark-ON / V1 / Aging at home / aging at home / frailty / independance / mobility / Spark

Improving Medication Management for Older Adults in the Community through Caregiver Supports to Alleviate Caregiver Burden — Improving Medication Management for Older Adults in the Community through ...
Polypharmacy, poor communication, and the body’s reaction to medication can significantly affect medication management and adherence in older […]

20 Jul, 2021 tagged Spark-ON / V1 / Aging at home / cognitive impairment / medication management / polypharmacy / Spark

CIRCA-ON: Promoting social connection between people with dementia and caregivers — CIRCA-ON: Promoting social connection between people with dementia and caregivers
CIRCA is a multimedia conversation support for people living with dementia and caregivers aimed at reducing the negative […]

20 Jul, 2021 tagged Spark-ON / V1 / Cognitive and Mental Health / face-to-face interactions / non-verbal communication / social connectedness / Spark

Advancing Reminiscence Therapy through Virtual Reality Application to Promote the Social Connectedness of Persons with Dementia — Advancing Reminiscence Therapy through Virtual Reality Application to Promote the ...
Reminiscence therapy is a multi-sensory treatment that uses a combination of sight, touch, taste, smell, and sound to […]

20 Jul, 2021 tagged Spark-ON / V1 / Cognitive Health / memories / social connectedness / therapy / virtual reality / Spark