Music and memory have a deep connection. Songs and melodies help us remember important events and information. Music engages different areas of the brain, including those associated with memory and emotions, such as the hippocampus and prefrontal cortex. Sphère Média is working on a documentary series celebrating the power of music on the brain. Artist…
Are you a resident of Saint-Laurent? Participate in the citizens’ consultation to share your ideas, opinions and suggestions to improve services and the quality of life in Saint-Laurent. The Le Comité des Organismes Sociaux de Saint-Laurent (COSSL) has officially launched a major citizens’ consultation. In a few minutes, you can play a key role in…
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…
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…
“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…
Over the weekend of June 22, Hope for Dementia was able to donate over 100 grocery bags brimming with fresh and nutritious ingredients and a special Father’s Day recipe, that is good for the heart and the mind! This is an activity of our Healthy Food Healthy Brain program, which emphasizes the connection between a…
Helping Healthcare Professionals Communicate Diagnosis Effectively Did you know that half of dementia patients and caregivers report dissatisfaction with how they received the diagnosis? The new National Dementia Guidelines: Disclosing and Communicating a Diagnosis of Dementia can help! This fantastic resource includes a toolkit, report, and infographic designed to empower family physicians, specialists, and nurse…
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…
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,…
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…