About ICOPE
Integrated Care for Older People (ICOPE) is a health-promotion approach developed by the World Health Organization (WHO). It supports healthy aging through prevention, proactive assessment and person-centred support, helping older adults preserve their autonomy and quality of life.
At the heart of ICOPE are six intrinsic capacities: cognition, psychological well-being, nutrition, vision, hearing and mobility.
In Québec, Schouela CEDurable has adapted ICOPE to local cultural, linguistic and organizational realities while preserving the principles established by WHO.
ICOPE is intended for:
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adults aged 65 and older who live at home or in a community setting;
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caregivers, family members and other trusted people who may support screening, follow-up and access to resources.
Intrinsic Capacities:
The Heart of the ICOPE Approach
At the heart of ICOPE is the monitoring of intrinsic capacities, defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as the combination of physical and mental abilities needed to maintain autonomy as we age.
The ICOPE program focuses on six intrinsic capacities:
Motor Capacity
The ability to move independently within one’s environment.
Cognitive Capacity
The ability to think, remember and make decisions.
Nutritional Capacity
The ability to eat well, maintain a healthy weight and prevent malnutrition.
Visual Capacity
The ability to see clearly, including with corrective lenses.
Auditory Capacity
The ability to hear and take part in a normal conversation.
Psychological Capacity
Psychological well-being, including symptoms of depression, anxiety or loss of interest.
How ICOPE Screening Works
Step 1
Initial Screening
Complete a brief online screening of six intrinsic capacities, independently or with support.
Step 2
In-Depth Screening
If one or more capacities require further assessment, complete additional targeted questions or activities.
Step 3
Results & Recommendations
Review your results and receive general or personalized recommendations, along with a report by email.
Step 4
Follow-Up
Save or print your report, share it with a healthcare professional if needed, and repeat the screening later to monitor changes.
Spot Changes Early. Act Together. Preserve Autonomy.
The free and confidential ICOPE Québec screening is available online for adults aged 65 and older. Complete it independently or with support from someone you trust.
Questions? Contact the ICOPE Team