“A way to be present”: digitized recreation platform helps older ...
As Canadian life expectancy rises, so does the chance that older adults will struggle with isolation—a risk factor […]
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Alzheimer’s Awareness Month: Innovating for Impact
Message from William Reichman, MD, Baycrest President & CEO According to the Alzheimer Society of Canada, there are […]
CABHI-supported workshop for nursing students tackles ‘reality shock’ in dementia ...
Ben Hartung is no stranger to dementia care. With a mother who’s a nurse and grandparents who lived […]
Improving seniors’ brain health, one habit at a time
Mr. G. is a 72-year-old retired businessman living in Nova Scotia. With a family history of dementia, a […]
Digital initiative gives isolated seniors access to therapeutic activities
We’ve known for decades that therapeutic recreation—using engaging activities like music, games, or sports to enhance a person’s […]
Could smart home living benefit seniors with early-stage dementia?
Smart homes for seniors? The two make an unlikely match—but one CABHI-funded project is evaluating how living in […]
Virtual reality program aims to help seniors with cognitive impairment ...
Fitness video games—think Wii Fit or Dance Dance Revolution—are commonly associated with adolescents. These exercise programs (also called […]
Creating a virtual village for caregivers
Baycrest research assistant Chanile Vines knows what it’s like to care for a loved one with dementia. She […]
CABHI-funded project wins major international award for innovation in education
The CABHI-funded SOS Educational App for Healthcare has been announced the winner of the prestigious 2018 Ted Freedman […]
Harnessing the power of community to keep older adults living ...
Toronto caregiver Ron Beleno knows what it’s like to have a loved one with dementia go missing. “My […]
Simplifying dementia care through technology
As more and more Canadians live with dementia, they’re being treated in multiple locations and by multiple healthcare […]
Volunteer program helps residents with dementia explore meaningful activities
“Give a person a fish and you feed them for a day. Teach a person to fish and […]
