Happy Volunteer Week to all our valued volunteers from Hope for Dementia! We love to talk about the impact of our programs. Our seniors tell us how much they appreciate the activities and services they receive from us. Nothing we do would be possible without the dedication and enthusiasm of our volunteers. For this we…
On Saturday April 6, 100 families in Saint-Laurent received a food basket and a recipe to make a delicious Easter/Spring meal. Hope for Dementia organized the distribution with the help of 25 volunteers who delivered the baskets to vulnerable seniors and their families. Seniors also received a pamphlet with information with simple nutritional tips to…
As you probably know, a solar eclipse is scheduled for April 8, 2024, between 2:11pm and 4:45pm. This eclipse can cause permanent damage to the eyes and even partial loss of sight if observed without adequate protection. How can we make sure children and people who are less autonomous (e.g., people with intellectual disabilities, neurocognitive…
Hope for Dementia was founded in 2015 with a big vision to bend the growth curve in dementia diagnoses. We knew that that this ambitious goal would require the consistent support of a network of concerned citizens. From Day 1, Mr. Mohammed Barkat has stood with Hope for Dementia, amplifying the message and mission to promote…
This Easter, let’s enjoy the beauty of spring and nourish our minds and bodies with healthy choices! Go outside and have a stroll in the fresh spring air. Join us in supporting Healthy Food for Healthy Brain. program. Hope for Dementia strives to empower seniors to be healthy with our food distribution program, we’re making…
Collaborator of the Year 2023 awarded to Echelon Foundation Hope for Dementia is a small organization that relies on the goodwill of corporations and individuals who volunteer their time. We collaborate to organize events, raise funds, and deliver services. Our recently launched annual Recognition Program celebrates and honors the contribution of donors and collaborators, who…
Dementia affects everybody. The youth of today will be impacted by dementia, as many of them will become caregivers in the near future. Hope for Dementia’s Intergenerational Learning Program (ILP) has the dual aim of raising awareness among teenagers and young adults about dementia and of reducing the risks of dementia in the senior population. …
Food is a big part of our everyday experience. It’s how we nourish our bodies and minds. It’s also an important way we connect with others. Eating can be a wonderful way to introduce mindfulness practice into our lives. Mindful eating is an opportunity to fully experience the enjoyment of food in the present…
Hope for Dementia is thrilled to announce that for the second year in a row, our annual fundraising gala has been voted ‘Best of Montreal’ 2023 Charity Event by the community. The award was announced in the 30 January 2024 edition of The Suburban newspaper’s Best of Montreal magazine, which is widely distributed in Montreal. …
Hope for Dementia’s monthly newsletter is now available online. The newsletter is filled with the latest news and updates at Hope for Dementia. In the January 2024 edition – Hope for Dementia is looking forward to a year filled with activities throughout the province, and possibly beyond. Stay up-to-date. It’s all just a click away!…