McMaster Optimal Aging Portal
At WSAC, we’re committed to connecting our community with trusted, evidence-based resources that support healthy aging. That’s why we’re sharing the McMaster Optimal Aging Portal—a free, research-driven website designed to help older adults, caregivers, and health professionals make informed decisions about health and well-being.
Looking for credible, evidence-based information to help you age well and manage your health? The McMaster Optimal Aging Portal is a free online resource for seniors, caregivers, and health professionals.
Explore trustworthy guidance on:
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Exercise, nutrition, and healthy aging tips
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Common health conditions and mental health
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Caregiving and healthcare resources
Latest Updates
Video Posts
All video posts feature McMaster experts discussing a wide range of topics related to healthy aging.
Video Post 01: Diabetes — What You Need to Know
In this 4-minute video, Dr. Hertzel Gerstein shares what you need to know about diabetes and why he wants people with it to know, “It’s not your fault.”
Video Post 02: Preventing Falls — Practical Tips to Reduce Your Risk
Falls are the leading cause of injury among older adults, but the good news is that many falls can be prevented with simple changes to your home and lifestyle. In this webinar recording, Dr. Marla Beauchamp explores the key causes of falls and offers practical tips to improve your balance, strengthen your body, and make your environment safer.
Blog Posts
All blog posts are written by trusted experts to inform and inspire healthy aging, using scientific evidence to provide credible insights on important topics and common conditions affecting seniors’ health.
Blog Post 01: Get Down Digital — 3 Ways Digital Technologies Can Enhance Health
What does the research say about the intersection of digital technology and health?
Blog Post 02: Five Fall Activities for Older Adults to Boost Well-Being
Looking for autumn activities for seniors? Explore 5 simple ways to stay active, connected, and support healthy aging in the fall season.
Blog Post 03: 3 Outdoor Activities and Their Effects on Our Health
Looking for outdoor activities that can improve your health? Learn what walking, guided gardening, and forest therapy have to offer.
Hitting the Headlines
When aging topics hit the headlines, the portal shares the best available related research evidence.
Headline 01: Aging Does Not Occur in Silos
Research explores the links between changes in hearing, vision, mobility and cognition.
Headline 02: Technology for Seniors — How Older Adults Can Benefit from Digital Tools
From staying in touch with loved ones to boosting brain health, accessing information, supporting wellness, and enjoying entertainment, technology offers many benefits for older adults. With a few simple tips—like starting small, asking for help, and practicing online safety—seniors can confidently embrace the digital world.
E-Learning
Do you have a lifelong learning mindset? If yes, explore this collection of lessons on mental health, exercise and mobility, brain health, and the newest topic, Cannabis and Older Adults. Most lessons can be completed in 15 minutes, and your progress is saved so you can easily return to where you left off. Stay healthy, active and engaged with these interactive lessons and resources!
Micro-Learning
Learn something new in just a few minutes each week with our free email-based micro-learning series.
Check back regularly for updates!
