January 20, 2012 CIHR researchers are identifying novel approaches for treating the leading causes of death (eg. heart attacks, strokes, cancers, aneurysms, lung disease) in the elderly. This event will highlight some of the research being performed in Canada that addresses these topics. [Read More]

January 9, 2012 This inter disciplinary panel presentation highlights key issues related to the development of gerontology over the past 20 years and provides projections for the future. Each of the panelists will focus on challenges and promises specifically relevant to their academic/research foci. [Read More]

January 9, 2012 Dr. Marshall's presentation focuses on the depiction of sexuality and aging in our society. [Read More]

December 13, 2011 Lakehead University music students lead a Christmas Carol sing-along at a Thunder Bay nursing home. [Read More]

December 4, 2011 Eleven students enrolled in Lakehead University’s Department of Music course, Creative Community Engagements in Music, have the unique opportunity to apply their knowledge to create a program for residents in two local long-term care homes. Students and instructors Dr. Dean Jobin-Bevans and Professor Lise Vaugeois, are working closely with the staff at St. Joseph’s Care Group at Bethammi Nursing Home and Hogarth Riverview Manor to organize music activities with residents. Music has been shown to improve the quality of life for residents of long term care homes and programming is being offered in groups and on an individual basis. [Read More]