Join the Festivities: Our Gala Night Awaits!

Hope for Dementia is inviting you to join over 300 business executives and community leaders for an evening of networking, scientific discussion, and entertainment at our annual gala, November 2, 2024 in the elegant Le Crystal Reception Hall.  Come and support the cause! Gain a reputation as a responsible business, attracting and retaining investors, employees and…

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Tune in! We’re on the air.

Nobody likes to hear a bad weather report. But there’s a tsunami coming. The unrelenting growth in the number of persons living with dementia has been likened to a tsunami, with 1 million people affected by 2030, a mere 6 years from today. Hope for Dementia is an organization that believes that the tide can…

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Your invitation to a night to remember

If music be the food of love, play on.  Music doesn’t just help us retrieve stored memories; it also helps us create new ones.  Hope for Dementia’s annual fund-raising gala on Saturday November 2nd will be an unforgettable night of musical entertainment and more, as we celebrate the possibilities of scientific research to prevent and…

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Happy National Seniors Day!

Celebrating Our Seniors: Honoring Our Elders and Supporting Brain Health This National Seniors Day is a wonderful opportunity to recognize the invaluable contributions of older adults to our communities. As we express gratitude for their wisdom and experience, let’s also focus on supporting their well-being. Move for a Healthy Mind One way to show our…

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Training videos, recipes and tips

Visit our virtual Resource Centre As September marks World Alzheimer’s Month, the time to take action against dementia is now. The theme of this year’s campaign, “It’s time to act on dementia, it’s time to act on Alzheimer’s”, underlines the urgency of early detection and intervention. Hope for Dementia, an organization dedicated to the fight…

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Spotting the Signs: Is It Dementia?

September is World Alzheimer’s Month Forgetfulness. We all experience it. But when does a normal lapse in memory become a sign of something more serious? As we age, it’s natural to worry about cognitive decline. Dementia, a general term for memory-robbing diseases, can be a frightening prospect. One of the most common types of dementia…

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Join our team!

We are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic Coordinator, Projects and Community Outreach, to help us fulfill our mission by implementing dementia prevention projects and by building an engaged community of supporters. At Hope for Dementia, we are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic Coordinator, Projects and Community Outreach, to help us fulfill our mission by implementing…

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Healthy Food. Healthy Brain.

“Back to work.” That’s what we’re all saying after the long Labor Day weekend! To do a good job, we all need to be in great shape, mentally and physically. Did you know that a healthy diet can be a powerful tool for a sharper, more energized mind as you age? While there’s no single…

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Support Hope for Dementia’s Annual Charity Gala 2024

You’re invited! Here’s your invitation to Hope for Dementia’s highly anticipated Annual Charity Gala! Join us on November 2nd, 2024, at the elegant Le Crystal Reception Hall. This year promises to be bigger and better than ever, bringing together over 300 business executives and community leaders for an unforgettable evening. Why Attend for individuals: Invest…

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Happy International Youth Day!

“I enjoyed spending time with the elderly, they were too kind and friendly. Very beautiful experience.” Youth volunteer, Intergenerational Learning Program This International Youth Day let’s ignite a spark of connection! Young people hold the key to a brighter future for those facing dementia. By equipping them with knowledge and compassion, we can create a…

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World Brain Day 2024

July 22 is World Brain Day 2024 – a good day as any other to start making lifestyle changes to protect and preserve your brain’s health.  Although there is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of dementia, researchers have identified 12 modifiable risks, which can prevent or delay the symptoms of dementia…

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Happy Minority Mental Health Awareness Month!

Picture this: Vibrant seniors, who once immigrated to Canada with boundless dreams, now face social isolation and a heightened risk of dementia. But here’s the good news: we can bridge that gap and empower them! Through Hope for Dementia’s innovative Intergenerational Learning Program, we connect these amazing seniors with culturally diverse youth volunteers. This program…

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Save the date! 

An unforgettable night you won’t want to miss Hope for Dementia is thrilled to invite you to our Annual Fundraising and Donor Recognition Gala 2024.  Mark your calendar!  Join us on Saturday 2 November 2024 at the elegant Salon Le Crystal at 6:00 p.m.  All proceeds will support the expansion and sustainability of Hope for…

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Busy. Box. Better. Brain: Continuation

Sharpen Your Mind and Have Fun with Hope for Dementia’s Busy Box. Better. Brain program! This month, Hope for Dementia is continuing the Busy. Box. Better. Brain program to Tyndale St-George Community Center, ARC Health & Social Services center, and 4korners Center! Through regular deliveries of activity kits with tablets, hobby kits, magazines, board games,…

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Adding variety to our meals

In Canada, more than half a million individuals live with dementia, a number projected to escalate to nearly one million by 2030. To address this trend, fostering multicultural understanding can play a crucial role. To combat this growing epidemic, proactive measures such as public education and lifestyle adjustments are essential. Hope for Dementia has several…

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A bonus celebration of Fathers’ Day!

This weekend 100 families in Saint-Laurent received boxes of brain healthy food, along with a special Fathers’ Day recipe and pamphlet with information on ways to reduce the risks of dementia. Thanks to Saint Laurent Member of Parliament Emmanuella Lambropoulos and IGA extra Famille Duchemin, for their generosity as well as Marco Guarino, Branch Manager…

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Happy National Indigenous Peoples Day!

Research from Cambridge University highlights a concerning increase in dementia rates in Canada, particularly among First Nations populations who have an estimated 34% higher rate of dementia than the general population. Hope for Dementia has projects which aim to provide meaningful support and enhance cognitive health among vulnerable seniors. In collaboration with the Henri Bradet…

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RBC Builder of the year

We are delighted to highlight that RBC Royal Bank was honored during Hope for Dementia’s Annual Gala 2023 with the prestigious Builder of the Year Award. This award, presented to Anne No Managing Director of RBCx, recognizes RBC Royal Bank’s significant financial contribution and unwavering support, falling within the Builder category for donations between $5,000…

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Let’s move for a healthy mind!

On the 21st of June we celebrate International Yoga Day. We would like to make special mention of our new project, Move for a Healthy Mind, which was launched on May 24, 2024. This 8-month project was created to encourage elderly people to exercise on a daily basis by attending classes led by a certified…

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Walk for the well-being of seniors

To spread awareness about the wellbeing of seniors the organizing committee of the Laurentian Seniors Meetings are holding their first event under project RAL: The Walk for the Well-Being of Seniors, taking place on Saturday June 15, 2024. Departing at 12:30 PM from Raymond Bourque Arena 2345 boul Thimens, Saint-Laurent QUEBEC H4R 1T4, the group…

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Meet us on May 30!

On May 30 come join Hope for Dementia at IGA Extra 5600 Henri-Bourassa to support an important cause! Every year the number of persons living with dementia increases exponentially, and it is expected to reach 1 million by 2033. By donating and helping Hope for Dementia fundraise, you can make a sustainable difference in the fight…

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Move for a Healthy Mind

Hope for Dementia is pleased to announce the launch of their new project Move for a Healthy Mind. This 8-month project was created to encourage elderly people to exercise by attending classes led by a certified trainer and following our at home videos. On May 24, 2024, Hope for Dementia donated 40 bags of exercising…

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Bridging the generation gap

Quebec Intergenerational Week runs from May 19 to 25, 2024! It’s an opportunity to reinvent links between generations through activities organized throughout Quebec! During Intergenerational Week, Hope for Dementia will be holding an activity at the Place St-Moritz residence on Tuesday, May 21, from 4 to 5 pm. Students will be on hand to help…

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Luana Borelli, Volunteer of the Year

Nothing we do at Hope for Dementia would be possible without the dedication and enthusiasm of our volunteers. Ms. Luana Borelli has made an outstanding contribution as a volunteer and was awarded Hope for Dementia’s Volunteer of the Year trophy at our 2023 annual gala. Mr. Aram Montazami presented the trophy to Ms. Borelli. Over the years,…

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Bending the Demetia Growth Curve

Hope for Dementia’s presentation at the Alzheimer’s Disease International Global Conference 2024 is now live! The theme of the conference is  ‘Dementia: Insights. Innovations. Inspirations.’ Our contribution to this gathering of global experts is to propose specific actions to make dementia a public health priority in healthcare systems worldwide. The rate of growth in dementia…

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Happy National Volunteer Week

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…

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Alzheimer’s Disease International Conference 2024

Head’s up! Hope for Dementia will be on the world stage! Hope for Dementia has been selected to present a short video and virtual poster at the Alzheimer’s Disease International’s (ADI) Conference 2024 in Poland, 25-27 April. The theme of the poster is “Bending the Demetia Growth Curve: A Framework for Prevention, Symptom Deceleration and Reversal…

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100 families enjoyed a brain healthy meal for spring

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…

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Observe the eclipse safely

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…

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Mr. Mohammed Barkat, Distinguished Ambassador

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…

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A Great start to Spring

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…

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Collaborator of the Year 2023 Award

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…

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Youth and seniors get involved

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. …

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Mindful Eating for a Healthy Mind

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…

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Our monthly newsletter is here!

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!…

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Do you know?

Do you know? Do you know that memory loss is not a normal sign of aging! Don’t be the 1 in 5 Canadians who are reluctant to seek help if they suspected that they had dementia. Know the 10 early signs of dementia – Act now! Visit Hope for Dementia’s online Resource Centre Hope for…

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The race against time

The unrelenting growth in the number of persons living with dementia has been likened to a tsunami that is impacting every aspect of life everywhere in the world.  There is a race against time to minimize the growth trends to achieve a more sustainable level of care and cost.  Hope for Dementia has prepared a…

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A new year.  A new platform.

It’s a new year and a new start. If you had a 40% chance to reduce the risks of dementia, what would you do? Hope for Dementia is offering you the chance to find out how you can do this! Welcome to the captivating world of the Hope for Dementia Resource Center, a platform dedicated…

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January is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month

Alzheimer’s disease, the most prevalent form of dementia, affects millions of people every year, affecting not only patients but also their loved ones. This progressive neurodegenerative disease impairs memory, cognitive functions and, ultimately, individuals’ quality of life. In January, the month dedicated to raising awareness of Alzheimer’s disease, it is essential to understand its impact,…

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Impact Report

“The world that we live in is filled with concern and anxiety about the future, but our team is pressing ahead with hope and optimism. I am proud of all our team has accomplished, particularly this year as our organization has seen a significant increase in its services. “ We are pleased to share with you…

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A big win for all of us!

Hope for Dementia is overjoyed! On 15 December, 2023, Hope for Dementia was announced as the winner in Québec in the iA Financial Group Philanthropic Contest! We are deeply grateful to iA Financial Group for this important donation that will expand our Intergenerational Learning Program, which has the dual aim of raising awareness among youth, about dementia…

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Happy, joyful moments for our seniors!

On December 11, 2023, a holiday lunch was held to mark the end of Hope for Dementia’s Mindful Eating for Healthy Minds program for 2023 at the Saint-Laurent Recreation Centre. The program aims to mitigate the risks of dementia through healthy eating. We welcomed more than 60 seniors from four residences: the Résidence Soleil Manoir…

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Giving Tuesday, Voting Tuesday is tomorrow!

At Hope for Dementia, we’re passionately fighting the coming tsunami of dementia.  By 2030, there will be almost 1 million people living with dementia in Canada. Total out-of-pocket expenses for family caregivers of people with dementia are expected to reach $2.4 billion by 2031. Therefore, it is urgent to reverse growth trends in order to…

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Giving Tuesday.  Voting Tuesday.

Tuesday, November 28, is an opportunity to shine a light on dementia. Giving Tuesday. Donate to enable Hope for Dementia to continue its services aimed at protecting the brain health of our elders. Voting Tuesday. Vote for Espoir pour la démence in the iA Groupe financier Philanthropy Contest! We’ve been selected as a finalist in…

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Take two impactful actions for one cause!

Now is the time to support dementia prevention. To continue our programs, Hope for Dementia needs you. Take two impactful actions for one cause! Help us continue to make a lasting impact through our programs. Help Hope for Dementia continue to make a difference. Take two impactful actions for one cause. Give generously! Vote now!…

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