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Coming of Age: Meeting the needs of our aging population

Ontario Long Term Care Association

By 2040, the population over 80 will more than double, but our perceptions of aging and plans for seniors’ care innovation have not kept pace. Let’s change the conversation. Coming of Age features host Donna Duncan, CEO of the Ontario Long Term Care Association, in lively discussions with national and international experts on ageism and how to reimagine seniors’ care.

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The Future of Seniors’ Health in Rural & Northern...

Coming of Age: Meeting the needs of our aging population ·

2025/11/25

Primary care is often called the heartbeat of healthcare, and in Ontario’s rural and northern communities, it’s a lifeline. As more than half of long-term care spaces await redevelopment, local care teams are stepping up with new ideas and strong collaboration to help older adults age with dignity and connection.In this episode, host Donna Duncan speaks with 3 inspiring women who are reshaping seniors’ care from the ground up:Dr. Tara Kiran, a family doctor, leading primary-care researcher at Unity

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Veterans, Values and Visibility

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2025/11/11

Canada’s service members are individuals who have served our country with courage and commitment - yet as they age, many find themselves navigating a fragmented care system that doesn’t fully reflect the values they upheld in uniform.This episode of Coming of Age brings together experts from Medicine and Military to discuss what it means to truly care for the veterans of today - and tomorrow.Joining host Donna Duncan for this conversation are:Major (Ret’d) Paul Hook, Managing Director of the

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The Shift to Complex Continuing Care in LTC

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2025/10/28

Supporting complex care needs in our long-term care homes is becoming increasingly difficult at times, but it is not impossible. In this conversation, we’re learning how clinical expertise is merging with the mastery of caregiving to create a fast track to a future where complex continuing care is not only comprehensive but truly optimal.Andrea Thompson is Vice President of Long Term Care, Community and Hospice at Kensington Health in Toronto. Her career has taken her through a wide range of health

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What Caregivers Wish You Knew

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2025/10/14

When we imagine a better future for aging and care, we must begin with those who live it firsthand. In this episode, Donna Duncan speaks with two caregivers who share their own experiences of moving loved ones into long term care.Laura Vita became a young caregiver for her father. Now a registered nurse, she brings a powerful mix of personal and professional perspective to this conversation.Christa Haanstra is a national leader in caregiver advocacy — and a caregiver to her father, who lives

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Welcome to Season 5 of Coming of Age: Meeting the...

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2025/09/29

With over 160,000 downloads and growing national reach, this season brings a bold new focus: Rethinking Aging, Reimagining Public Care.In a time of rising demand and urgent need, we’re challenging old assumptions about long-term care, ageism, and what it means to grow older in Canada. Through honest conversations, powerful stories, and expert insights, we explore how to build a system that truly supports aging with dignity and aging in place.This season, you’ll hear from caregivers, community

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The magic of Living Classrooms

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2025/03/25

How do we build a thriving workforce to meet the growing demands of seniors’ care?With aging populations on the rise, the need for creative solutions in workforce development has never been more urgent. Enter the Living Classroom – a program that integrates education directly into long-term care. This innovative approach is training the next generation of caregivers and health care providers while enriching the lives of residents and care teams through collaboration and shared learning.Listen as

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How to make big change happen

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2025/03/18

What does it take to create transformative change in healthcare and senior care?Around the world, health systems are facing a generational shift as aging populations grow, yet many remain unprepared for the scale of demand. Why has this pivotal moment been so difficult to address? What can we learn from past failures, and how can we pave the way for a radically better future?In this episode, we explore the essential ingredients for large-scale, systemic transformation: from enabling bold ideas to

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Connection, housing and care: Redefining caring for...

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2025/01/28

How can we plan communities of care that work across diverse settings, while balancing the immediate needs of today’s older adults with planning for future generations?In this episode, we explore redefining seniors’ care. From balancing immediate needs with long-term planning to fostering models of care that prioritize connection, housing and care, this conversation highlights the power of bold ideas and local leadership.Listen as Donna Duncan sits down with Aimée Foreman, aging care advisor and CEO

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Is care for seniors influencing how political parties...

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2025/01/21

Elections are taking place around the world and across Canada. What are voters thinking and how is it informing how political parties are making decisions about healthcare and seniors’ care, including long-term care?This episode dives into these timely issues in two parts:Donna Duncan first sits down with David Coletto, CEO of Abacus Data, to explore voter behaviour and trends. Through polling insights, they unpack how aging demographics and voter intentions are shaping the political landscape.Then,

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Aging and social care’s evolving landscape in the UK

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2025/01/14

What can the United Kingdom teach us about rethinking aging and social care?In a world that's becoming more interconnected, there's an increasing focus on sharing insights and challenging one another to find innovative solutions for the future of care and reimagining what aging and social care can look like.In this episode, Donna Duncan sits down with two inspiring voices:Professor Vic Rayner OBE, CEO of the National Care ForumDr. Donald Macaskill, CEO of Scottish CareThey discuss the evolving

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Honest aging

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2024/12/03

When you hear "normal aging," what comes to mind? For many, the concept is clouded by misconceptions and fears about the years ahead. But what if we could embrace aging as a natural, even empowering part of life?In this episode, Donna Duncan sits down with Dr. Rosanne Leipzig, geriatrician and author of Honest Aging: An Insider’s Guide to the Second Half of Life, to get real about the realities—and the benefits—of aging. They’ll discuss common myths, the surprising ways frailty is misunderstood, and

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How to have essential conversations about aging and care

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2024/11/19

How do we talk with our aging parents about their health, care needs, and life transitions?More and more of us are entering a phase of life we didn’t quite anticipate—caring for our aging parents. As Canada's population ages, it’s becoming crucial for families to plan ahead and have open, honest conversations about aging and future care needs. Whether in our 30s or 70s, many of us are left asking: Where do we begin?In this episode, Donna Duncan sits down with Laura Tamblyn Watts, author of Let’s

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Caregiver trends, needs, and ways to cope

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2024/11/05

What does it mean to be a family caregiver in today’s world?In Ontario, more than 4 million individuals step into the role of caregiver, providing essential support to family members, partners, friends, or neighbours. Most caregivers are assisting older adults over 65 who face age-related needs including mobility issues, cognitive impairments like dementia, and cardiovascular concerns. As our population ages, these demands are rising, often placing incredible pressure on caregivers.In this episode,

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Reimagining how we create seniors’ communities

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2024/10/15

How can we re-think how we build seniors’ communities?In Canada, innovative partnerships are leading the way in transforming how we think about aging and care.One such groundbreaking initiative is unfolding in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada where Trent University is building a seniors’ village on the university campus, and they are partnering with peopleCare Communities to build and operate a long-term care home.This visionary project brings students and seniors together in a shared space where

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Artificial intelligence and the exciting...

Coming of Age: Meeting the needs of our aging population ·

2024/10/01

How do we build a better future for seniors?Seniors’ populations around the world are growing and innovative solutions are crucial to meet their evolving needs. In regions like Ontario, Canada, novel projects in artificial intelligence (AI) and technology are showing us what the future can look like.In this episode, Donna Duncan is joined by Roxana Sultan, Chief Data Officer and Vice President of Health at theVector Institute, a globally renowned AI institute that is empowering researchers,

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Building a sustainable global care workforce

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2024/09/17

How can we address the critical health workforce shortage and build a sustainable future for seniors' care?In Canada, and especially in Ontario, the demand for nurses and personal support workers continues to climb. Ontario alone needs tens of thousands of additional workers to meet the growing care needs and to support new long-term care spaces. This challenge is not unique to Ontario or Canada; it's a global issue affecting healthcare systems worldwide. In this episode, Donna Duncan is joined by

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Coming of Age: Season 4

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2024/09/03

Welcome to Season 4 of 'Coming of Age: Meeting the needs of our aging population.'In just four years, the oldest baby boomers will turn 80. By 2040, in Ontario alone, our over-80 population will have nearly doubled.For many, these numbers are hard to comprehend. But the reality is, our society is getting older, their health needs are getting more complex, and we’ll need to significantly expand our services to keep up with the demand.Join us for Season 4 as we peek into the future of care and aging

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