Aging

Question 1

Important principles for aging

Answer 1

• aging well in place
• social exclusions
• an upstream approach

Question 2

Aging in place

Answer 2

• in community either in their family homes, or supported accommodation of some type rather than moving into residential care
• most older adults prefer to live at home: autonomous, active, independent, surrounded by family and friends

Question 3

Positive aging includes

Answer 3

• maintains a positive attitude, keeping fit and healthy, remaining engaged socially

Question 4

… % of Canadian older adults are at risk of becoming socially isolated

Answer 4

30

Question 5

Risk factors for social isolation

Answer 5

• over the age of 80
• chronic illness
• indigenous backgrounds
• lack of transportation
• poor mobility
• living alone
• limited contact with children and family
• reduced income
• critical life transitions

Question 6

Agism

Answer 6

• the stereotypes, and prejudice and discrimination towards other or oneself based on age