NETWORKING & PARTNERSHIPS
Networking & Partnerships partnership with AGE-WELL has provided “ Our opportunities to invest with confidence in high-quality,
reputable solutions that align with our strategic priorities and meet the needs of Canadians wishing to age in place.
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Carol Annett, President and CEO, VHA Home HealthCare
AGE-WELL was established with an inspiring mission: to develop a community of researchers, older adults, caregivers, partner organizations and future leaders to accelerate the delivery of technology-based solutions that support healthy aging. Before AGE-WELL came along, no organization had been tasked with bringing everyone together in this way. Since 2015, AGE-WELL has grown from 80 partners to more than 400. They include industry, community, academic and government organizations. An ever-growing number of partners are coming on board to leverage AGE-WELL’s leadership and expertise in the AgeTech sector.
Over the past year, we welcomed high-profile partners like Best Buy Canada, CanAge and Startup Canada. We also saw increasing engagement from associations representing senior living providers, where a need for change and the potential of technology has become very evident. Our partners are involved in significant ways, both with individual research projects and with network-wide initiatives. Partnerships open doors for the adoption of AGE-WELL innovations—helping us get products to those who need them. We are deeply grateful for the role our partners play in collaborating on research projects, co-funding awards for trainees and co-hosting events. z
Older Adult and Caregiver Advisory Committee (OACAC) leaders
Ron Beleno, Co-Chair
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Phil Davis, Co-Chair
AGE-WELL ANNUAL REPORT 2019-2020
Sherry Baker, Vice-Chair
Caron Leid, Vice-Chair
