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Webinar : Exploring the impact of COVID-19 on older Canadians
Webinar : Exploring the impact of COVID-19 on older Canadians

Presented November 2020 Dr. Rachel Savage from Women’s College Research Institute presents findings from a survey that was administered to RTOERO members in early May […]

Two new grants awarded in 2020
Two new grants awarded in 2020

The RTOERO Foundation’s most recent call for proposals focused on ways to better understand and address the issue of social isolation among friend and family […]

Do I need health insurance for prescriptions when I retire?
Do I need health insurance for prescriptions when I retire?

If you’re shopping around for insurance options for retirement, one of the items you may have looked into is coverage for prescription drugs. Here are […]

Webinar: Ageing in isolation: What do we know and where do we go from here?
Webinar: Ageing in isolation: What do we know and where do we go from here?

Michael Nicin from the National Institute on Ageing presents on how technological advancements create a perception of interconnectedness, but mounting research shows that being alone […]

RTOERO offers practical help for retiring education workers with ‘one-stop’ checklist
RTOERO offers practical help for retiring education workers with ‘one-stop’ checklist

Dec. 28, 2020 There is a lot to consider when planning to retire from education and now more than ever. RTOERO has put together a […]

Over 500 challenge participants in third annual Social Isolation Awareness Month
Over 500 challenge participants in third annual Social Isolation Awareness Month

The RTOERO Foundation’s third annual Social Isolation Awareness Month campaign wrapped up at the end of October. The campaign’s focus was to shine a light […]

Sole-ful tips for better foot care
Sole-ful tips for better foot care

This article first appeared in Liaison, our member newsletter. Want to put your best foot forward and avoid toe woes? Here are 10 ways to […]

5 apps to help keep you socially connected
5 apps to help keep you socially connected

This article first appeared in Liaison, our member newsletter. Thanks to technology, connecting with others and enjoying activities together has never been easier. While apps […]

Healthy aging: (Almost) everything you need to know
Healthy aging: (Almost) everything you need to know

Last updated March 2023 Little things can make a big difference – that’s true in many areas of life and especially staying healthy. It’s never […]