3F Research Group

Care and support services strengthen individuals, families, and communities every day. We recognize the dedication of caregivers, healthcare professionals, and support workers whose compassion helps people live with dignity, independence, and confidence.

Happy World Occupational Therapy Day! 💙Today, we celebrate occupational therapists worldwide who help people participate in the activities that matter most, whether at home, at work, or in their communities.

Allied health can support resident quality of life – but we need to be in the home and have the resources to do so. Thanks to co-presenters Rebecca Affoo, Shauna Hachey, Laura Middleton, and Seyedehtanaz Saeidzadeh for sharing the power of allied health in LTC at CAG2026!

Happy convocation day to Jasmine and Michael graduating from the MSc in Rehab Research and the PhD in Health programs - we are so proud of you!

Strong communities are built through connection, compassion, and collaboration. We recognize the dedicated professionals, volunteers, caregivers, and organizations that help individuals remain active, independent, and connected to the communities they call home.

Happy Feature Friday! Today we are highlighting the study protocol for a multisite parallel randomized controlled trial called Cognitive Groove. To read more head to the link below! pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/4216…

Today, we recognize Occupational Therapy Assistants for the essential role they play in helping individuals achieve their goals, maintain independence, and improve their quality of life. 🤝 Thank you for your skill, dedication, and commitment to person-centred care.

It's Feature Friday! Today we are highlighting a systematic review and meta-analysis of gait speed, mobility, balance, and dual-tasking deficits among people living with HIV globally. To read more head to the link below... ovid.com/jnls/janac/abstract…

Everyone deserves to be seen, valued, and respected at every age. Together, we can create more inclusive and age-friendly communities.

Occupational therapy helps people of all ages maintain independence, adapt to life's challenges, and participate in the activities that bring meaning and purpose to their daily lives.

Happy Feature Friday! Today we are highlighting a mixed-methods analysis looking at examining the effect of a simulation-based activity on learner comfort and confidence with challenging communication scenarios. To read more head to the link below! utppublishing.com/doi/pdf/10…

Today, we celebrate older adults and the invaluable contributions they make to our families, workplaces, and communities. Their experiences, resilience, and wisdom continue to enrich our lives and shape the future. Thank you for all you do. 💙🫶

Frontotemporal degeneration (FTD) is one of the most common forms of dementia affecting people under 65, but it's widely misunderstood. We're raising awareness of FTD to encourage greater understanding, earlier recognition, and stronger support for those navigating the disease.

Check out an upcoming workshop about functional anatomy of the upper extremity coming to Dalhousie on October 24th. Registration detail on the poster!

Today, on World Alzheimer’s Day, we stand alongside individuals, families, and caregivers affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. 💜 Let's continue the conversation.

Today is Feature Friday! We are sharing a study looking at understanding oral health and swallowing function within the context of frailty. To read more head to the link below... pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/article…

Providing safe, high-quality care starts with a commitment to continuous learning, collaboration, and excellence. On World Patient Safety Day, we recognize the healthcare professionals and teams who work every day to promote safer care experiences and better outcomes 💙

Resident voices matter. During Residents’ Council Week, we celebrate the important role resident councils play in shaping vibrant, person-centred long-term care communities. 💬 Residents help create environments where everyone feels heard, valued, and empowered.

It's Feature Friday! Today we are sharing a study looking at the association among cognition, frailty, falls and self‐reported incident fractures using data from the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (CLSA). To read more head to the link below! pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/article…

Happy Feature Friday! Today we are sharing a systematic review on older adults and social prescribing experiences. To read more head to the link below… www-sciencedirect-com.ezprox…