Happy Québec National Day! Hope for Dementia is proud to serve Québeckers throughout the length and breadth of this beautiful province. Let’s celebrate the culture, the beauty and the history of our province.Let’s also take a moment to remember the role our seniors have played and who now face cognitive decline. Approximately 163,000 people are…
DetailsStaying active, engaged, and connected makes a big difference for brain health! Over 100 seniors in Québec are benefiting from Hope for Dementia’s Busy Box. Better Brain. Program. The activity animator at BGC Dawson Community Centre reported that seniors enjoy replaying games because it lets them exercise their memory by recalling rules and strategies. This…
DetailsIf you’re shopping today, please stop by Hope for Dementia’s kiosks to support our food drive and learn how healthy eating can support brain health. Families affected by dementia often face uncertainty and the challenge of finding support they can trust. At Hope for Dementia, we believe healthy food can offer both practical support and…
DetailsStaying active should feel good 💪🧠 Hope for Dementia’s Move for a Healthy Mind program helps seniors in Québec stay strong, mentally sharp, and socially connected through yoga, chair exercise, and Tai Chi. Since 2023, 100+ seniors have joined the fun! The happy faces of our clients at the Centre d’hébergement Henri-Bradet say it all.…
DetailsLived experience matters—in business, and just as much in nonprofits and charities. On the podcast Aging with Dignity, Varsha Bhat speaks with Hope for Dementia founder Parsa Famili about how his personal caregiving journey led to a charity focused on prevention and advocacy. He’s joined by Camille Isaacs Morell, who shares how caregiving experience can…
DetailsDid you know that each year in July, thousands of low-income seniors have their Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) benefits suspended because of delays in filing their tax returns? GIS is essential for many seniors. By encouraging them to file their tax returns by April 30, you ensure they receive this financial support in July. What can you…
DetailsMarch is Women’s History Month. We celebrate the contributions of women as informal and formal caregivers, leaders, managers, mothers, daughters, sisters and friends. Alzheimer’s disease disproportionately affects women, both as caregivers and as those living with the disease. According to the Alzheimer Society of Canada, in this country, women represent 70% of caregivers and 72%…
DetailsFreezing rain may lead to power outages. Restoration times may vary depending on the area and the scale of the situation. During a power outage, some people may try to use alternative heating devices or equipment not intended for indoor use to keep warm or to cook. However, this can pose a risk of carbon…
DetailsWith gratitude and joy, we announce that Hope for Dementia has been awarded the Best of Montreal Gold Medal – Nonprofit Organization. We thank you, our followers, clients, volunteers and friends for voting for us! Your commitment and support help us continue to fulfill our mission to safeguard healthy brains in our aging population, while…
DetailsThere’s a lot of talk—and a lot of silence. While many rightly call for action to address the rising crisis in dementia and to support those affected, stigma keeps people from voicing concerns about their cognitive health. That silence undermines progress. Hope for Dementia breaks that silence. Learn about the action we are taking to…
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