Depression – Health Care Professionals
Clinical Guidelines
Discover the guidelines on depression in older adults.
For Older Adults and Care Partners
Explore ways to support mental health and well-being for yourself and loved ones.
Although depression can be quite common in later life, depression is not a typical part of aging.
All older adults have the right and deserve to receive services and care that promotes their mental health and responds to their mental illness needs.
Depression can be treated in different ways. The type of depression, how severe it is, and the wishes of the older adult will all help determine the best treatment.
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Read the Guidelines
Discover the Canadian Guidelines on Prevention, Assessment and Treatment of Depression Among Older Adults (2021).
Depression In Older Adults Clinician Pocket Card
The Depression In Older Adults clinician pocket card provides an overview of the assessment and treatment of depression in older adults.
Depression In Older Adults - Medication Guidelines
Stepped Care Model Infographic
Discover the Stepped Care Model Treatment for depression in older adults.
Stepped Care Screensaver
Download the Stepped-Care Treatment Information screensaver.
Discover National ECHO Program webinars
Mood Disorders: Focus on Depression (2021). Presented by Dr. Cindy Grief, MD, MSc, FRCPC.