Information & SupportOlder Adult Health & Chronic DiseasesUse the buttons below or scroll down to find important resources for health & chronic disease. Back to Senior Resource FinderAlzheimer’s & DementiaAlzheimer’s disease and dementia represent a growing concern in Canada with current estimates suggesting that over 700, 000 Canadians are living with dementia. The number of Canadians affected is projected to rise to 1 million by the end of this decade. For more information about Alzheimer’s and Dementia in Manitoba please follow the link below.Visit WebsiteCancerIncidence increases with age, making it a significant health concern for the older adult population. For more information about Cancer in Manitoba please follow the link below.Visit WebsiteChronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)COPD is a group of progressive lung conditions, including emphysema and chronic bronchitis that cause obstructed airflow from the lungs. For more information about COPD in Manitoba please follow the links below.Visit MB Lung Association WebsiteVisit WRHA COPD WebsiteMental IllnessConcerns among older adults in Manitoba are significant, with as many as one in three living on their own expressing a need for mental health care. For more information about mental health in Manitoba please follow the links below.Visit MB Mental Health WebsiteVisit Shared Health WebsiteParkinson’s DiseaseParkinson's Disease is a chronic, progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by reduced dopamine production. It results in a loss of bodily control, extending far beyond a mere shaky hand. It is a life-altering condition where individuals face the challenge of their bodies, progressively disobeying commands. This creates a confinement of slowness, rigidity, clouded minds, muted voices and both physical and mental pain. More than 8 million people in the world have Parkinson’s.For more information about Parkinson’s in Manitoba please follow the link below.Visit WebsiteArthritisArthritis is Canada’s most common chronic disease – for which there is no cure. There are over 100 types and results in painful inflammation and stiffness in the joints, limiting the ability to move.For more information about Arthritis for Older Adult Canadians please follow the link below.Visit WebsiteCardiovascular Disease (CVD)Cardiovascular Disease is the leading cause of death and hospitalization in Manitoba, highlighting the importance of ongoing research. CVD encompasses a range of conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels, often leading to heart attacks and strokes. Risk factors include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, obesity, physical inactivity and unhealthy diet.For more information about cardiovascular disease in Manitoba please follow the links below.Visit WRHA Heart Health WebsiteVisit Cardiac Sciences MB WebsiteDiabetesDiabetes is a disease in which your body either cannot produce insulin or cannot properly use the insulin it produces. Insulin is a hormone produced by your pancreas. Insulin’s role is to regulate the amount of glucose (sugar) in the blood. 11 million Canadians are living with diabetes or prediabetes.For more information about diabetes in Manitoba please follow the link below.Visit WebsiteOsteoporosisA condition characterized by weakened bones and increased risk of fractures, particularly the hip, wrist or spine. It often progresses without symptoms until a bone breaks, which can be the first sign of this disease. Factors contributing to osteoporosis include aging, hormonal changes, insufficient calcium and vitamin D intake and a sedentary lifestyle.For more information about Osteoporosis in Manitoba please follow the links below.Visit Osteoporosis WebsiteVisit MB Bone Density ProgramSocial IsolationSocial Isolation in older adults is a significant issue in Manitoba with reports indicating that it can lead to negative health behaviors and increased risk of mortality. Efforts to combat social isolation are crucial. Your Winnipeg Senior Resource Finders are a vital link to helping older adults with feeling isolated. Social prescriptions can now be made by a doctor’s office to assist with finding suitable resources for the local older adult population.To discover who your local senior resource finder is, please follow the link below.Find Seniors Resource FinderFor more information about social isolation in Manitoba please follow the link below.Visit Website