From 3 programs to 8: How one nonprofit is expanding dementia prevention services FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hope for Dementia Annual Gala to Unite Montreal Leaders in the Fight for Dementia Prevention More than 300 leaders expected at the November 14 gala featuring renowned neuroscientific researcher Dr. Sylvie Belleville, raising essential funds for vulnerable and underserved…
In his work with seniors, Marco sees firsthand how cognitive challenges can affect much more than memory. They can make it harder to make important financial decisions, maintain quality of life and, ultimately, preserve independence and autonomy. That’s why Marco has chosen to support Hope for Dementia over the years. In this video, listen to…
The sandwich generation faces the daily challenges of caring for their aging parents and their children, while building their career and fulfilling their professional responsibilities. In case you missed it, listen to this insightful conversation with Varsha Bhat, founder of the Aging with Dignity Podcast on Caring for the caregivers of seniors living with dementia.
For three years in a row, Hope for Dementia’s Gala has proudly been named The Suburban Best of Montreal winner — including Best Nonprofit in 2025! Now, we need your support. ❤️ Cast your vote for Hope for Dementia in:✨ Best Charity Event✨ Best Nonprofit Organization Over the past 11 years, we’ve accomplished so much,…
Caring for a senior or a person living with dementia is an act of love, commitment and responsibility. But caregiving can also be physically, emotionally and mentally demanding, often placing the health and well-being of caregivers at risk. At Hope for Dementia, our mission focuses on dementia prevention and risk reduction among vulnerable seniors. We…
Scammers are becoming more sophisticated—and no one should have to navigate the digital world alone. Through Hope for Dementia’s Intergenerational Learning Program, youth volunteers teach seniors how to safely use applications on their tablets and smartphones, recognize online scams, protect personal information, and build confidence using technology. Hundreds of seniors have benefited, and young volunteers…
What’s on your table this Thanksgiving? Try a new recipe. Before you do, consider this… Nearly half of dementia cases could potentially be prevented or delayed by addressing 14 modifiable risk factors. Hope for Dementia turns that possibility into action through education, practical risk-reduction programs, brain-healthy meals and opportunities for social, physical and cognitive well-being.…
Words matter. They shape how we think, how we feel, and sometimes, how we act. There is one word in particular that many people would rather not say: dementia. It can evoke fear, uncertainty and stigma. For some, the word carries assumptions about loss of independence, loss of identity, or a future defined by decline.…
