GERAS Centre

GERAS Centre Solutions for today, innovation for tomorrow. Enabling people to age with dignity and independence. Our Strategic Goals
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The GERAS Centre for Aging Research is part of Hamilton Health sciences and affiliated with McMaster University. Our mission is to make life better for older adults by bringing the best research to the frontlines of care as quickly as possible. Our primary research focus is to lead in research and innovation in the Geriatric 5Ms: mind, mobility, medications, multi-complexity by building a framewor

k of what matters most for older adults. We are leaders in research, innovation and learning for the benefit of our community and the world. We are at the forefront of several innovative research initiatives focused on maximizing the resilience of vulnerable older adults. With our rapidly aging population, and with more people living with chronic disease, our work has never been more important. We have been working hard towards our goal to enable people to age with dignity and independence. Lead in geriatric research, innovation and learning for the benefit of the community and beyond;

2. Create therapeutic programs tailored to meet the needs of our older adults;

3. Empower older adults and their families through information and solutions for everyday living.

Celebrating in collaboration with !Thanks to all the doctors, residents, allied health professionals and staff who car...
06/16/2026

Celebrating in collaboration with !
Thanks to all the doctors, residents, allied health professionals and staff who care for older adults!

We're halfway through and what better GeriEvidence podcast to revisit than: 5 Top Tips to Age Well from a Geriatrician...
06/15/2026

We're halfway through and what better GeriEvidence podcast to revisit than: 5 Top Tips to Age Well from a Geriatrician 🎤✨

We're revisiting some of our most impactful GeriEvidence episodes, conversations that highlight research, care, and real-world insights to support healthy aging and improve the lives of older adults.

Dr. Alexandra Papaioannou sits down with Dr. Tricia Woo and Dr. Jasmine Mah for a myth-busting conversation about what it really means to age well. Blending frontline geriatric care with research on frailty and social vulnerability, they tackle:
- Common misconceptions about aging,
- When a geriatrician can make a difference,
- Practical strategies to protect brain health, maintain mobility, independence.

🎧 Access for free here: https://www.gerascentre.ca/our-research/5-top-tips-to-age-well-from-a-geriatrician/

This episode is proudly supported by the CIHR Institute of Aging and the Betty Havens Prize for Knowledge Mobilization in Aging, awarded to Dr. Alexandra Papaioannou. Special thanks to creative directors Dr. Patricia Hewston and Caroline Marr, and strategic director Dr. Tricia Woo.

🎙️ New on GeriEvidence: Part 2 of Family Matters – Staying Connected in CareIn Part 2 of this episode of GeriEvidence, D...
06/12/2026

🎙️ New on GeriEvidence: Part 2 of Family Matters – Staying Connected in Care

In Part 2 of this episode of GeriEvidence, Dr. Alexandra Papaioannou continues the conversation with Linda Verlinden, a family member of a long-term care resident, and Sam Peck, CEO of Family Councils Ontario, about the essential role of families and caregivers in long-term care.

🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts!
Click Here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7gAB6GKWcnfF0Xrx7HsLxB?si=KgH76MPQSDCgJlfcDvUNPA

📢 New Update Available!We are excited to announce that the Fracture Risk Scale (FRS) Manual Calculation Tool has been up...
06/12/2026

📢 New Update Available!

We are excited to announce that the Fracture Risk Scale (FRS) Manual Calculation Tool has been updated and is now aligned with the latest interRAI LTCF assessment.

This tool is designed to support evidence-informed fracture risk assessment in long-term care. This practical and accessible tool helps healthcare teams make informed clinical decisions, supports care planning and strengthens fracture prevention efforts for older adults.

Thank you to our partners, collaborators, and long-term care teams for your continued commitment to improving bone health and quality of care.

đź”— Access the updated Fracture Prevention Toolkit: www.gerascentre.ca/fracture-prevention-toolkit/


Looking to get involved in a research study this ? From 🧠 brain health to 🦴 bone health and beyond, we have a research ...
06/11/2026

Looking to get involved in a research study this ?

From 🧠 brain health to 🦴 bone health and beyond, we have a research study for you!

For more information and to learn about our various studies happening right now, check out our website: https://www.gerascentre.ca/research/

Next up on noteworthy resources for - iGeriCare! ✨A diagnosis of dementia is a stressful experience. An overwhelming a...
06/09/2026

Next up on noteworthy resources for - iGeriCare! ✨

A diagnosis of dementia is a stressful experience. An overwhelming amount of information needs to be taken in during an already difficult time.

iGeriCare’s goal is to provide easy access to simple lessons and helpful resources that allow individuals to learn about all aspects of dementia at their own pace, in their own homes.

With lessons, videos, events and other helpful resources, iGeriCare offers dementia education for individuals, families and care partners – for free!

đź’»Check out https://igericare.healthhq.ca/en to access this excellent resource today.

🎤Celebrating with knowledge that matters! ✨We're revisiting some of our most impactful GeriEvidence episodes, conversa...
06/08/2026

🎤Celebrating with knowledge that matters! ✨

We're revisiting some of our most impactful GeriEvidence episodes, conversations that highlight research, care, and real-world insights to support healthy aging and improve the lives of older adults.

In this episode, Dr. Papaioannou speaks with Alex Curkovic, Heather Bulley, and Dr. Shannon Gui about delirium in older adults. They discuss:
- What is delirium?
- Why does it matter in hospital care?
- How can it be prevented or recognized early?
- And practical ways families and healthcare teams can support older adults experiencing delirium.

🎧 Access for free here: https://www.gerascentre.ca/our-research/delirium-explained-what-every-family-needs-to-know/

This episode is proudly supported by the CIHR Institute of Aging and the Betty Havens Prize for Knowledge Mobilization in Aging, awarded to Dr. Alexandra Papaioannou. Special thanks to creative directors Dr. Patricia Hewston and Caroline Marr, and strategic director Dr. Tricia Woo.

🎉 Milestone Achieved! 🎉We’re excited to announce that 92 long-term care homes have been successfully recruited into the ...
06/05/2026

🎉 Milestone Achieved! 🎉

We’re excited to announce that 92 long-term care homes have been successfully recruited into the PREVENT Trial. This is a major step toward improving osteoporosis management, reducing fracture risk, and enhancing quality of life for older adults living in long-term care across Ontario.

Thank you to our participating homes. Together, we are building a stronger foundation for fracture prevention, one home at a time.

To participate in the PREVENT trial, please reach out to Lauren Kane at [email protected].


As part of , we’re highlighting impactful resources that the Geras Centre has to offer, including our GeriEvidence podc...
06/03/2026

As part of , we’re highlighting impactful resources that the Geras Centre has to offer, including our GeriEvidence podcast! 🎤

This podcast series bridges the gap between impactful research and the frontlines of care, delivering evidence-based conversations that inspire better care and informed decision-making.

In the theme of “Let’s get Moving” this Seniors Month, we’re highlighting the episode “Keeping Life in Motion: Physio & Bone Health” with physiotherapist Bonny O’Hare. This episode explores how physiotherapy and safe, targeted exercise support bone health, reduce fracture risk, and help people with osteoporosis stay active and independent.

Check it out here: https://www.gerascentre.ca/our-research/keeping-life-in-motion/

🎧 As always, listen for free on Spotify, Apple, Amazon Music or iHeart.

GeriEvidence is brought to you by the Geras Centre for Aging Research, at Hamilton Health Sciences and affiliated with McMaster University, and proudly supported by the CIHR Institute of Aging Betty Havens Prize for Knowledge Mobilization in Aging awarded to Dr. Alexandra Papaioannou.

Congratulations Noorain Mamdani on the successful defense of her thesis, "Augmented Reality for Falls Prevention in Olde...
06/02/2026

Congratulations Noorain Mamdani on the successful defense of her thesis, "Augmented Reality for Falls Prevention in Older Adults: A Mixed-Methods Evaluation" for her MSc in Health and Research Methodology! Our whole team is proud of you and the research you've worked so hard on! Congrats! đź‘Źđź‘Ź

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