Hope for Dementia’s Intergenerational Learning Program was featured on stage at the Intergénérations Québec gala on 13 May. Nominated in the top 3 finalists for the ‘Transmission’ category from a field of 100 contestants, our program was recognized as a key contributor to the well-being of our seniors and youth! Kudos to our team members…
Let’s celebrate Quebec Intergenerational Week, May 18-25, 2025! Coordinated by Intergénérations Québec, Quebec Intergenerational Week is a unique opportunity to highlight and promote local intergenerational activities! 81 activities will take place across Quebec to bring generations together through cooking, art, gardening, games and much more. Hope for Dementia is proud to have been named a…
On May 11, we celebrate Mother’s Day, a perfect time to pay tribute to the moms who have given so much to their families. At Hope for Dementia, we know that family support is a fundamental pillar in the journey of people with dementia, and we want to emphasize the importance of this accompaniment in…
🧠 Mental Health Week: Taking care of your mind also means preventing dementia 💚 From May 5 to 11, Mental Health Week reminds us of the importance of preserving our mental well-being at all ages. At Hope for Dementia, we firmly believe that mental health is an essential component of brain health and the prevention…
🌍 International Dance Day: Move for a healthy brain 🧠💃 On April 29, we celebrate International Dance Day, a perfect opportunity to highlight the benefits of dance on brain health. At Hope for Dementia, we believe that dance is much more than just entertainment: it’s a powerful tool for stimulating memory, improving coordination and boosting…
On Saturday 5 April, our Hope for Dementia colleagues Darius and Camille were on CJAD 800 Ask the Experts show with Kelly Alexander. They spoke about Hope for Dementia’s determination to make dementia prevention a national healthcare priority. Highlighting the important role that physical exercise plays in reducing the risks of cognitive decline, they spoke…
April 7 marks World Health Day, an opportunity to remember that dementia prevention starts with healthy lifestyle habits. Hope for Dementia is committed to promoting brain health and supporting the well-being of seniors through our programs. 🧠 Prevention, an asset for the brain Studies show that nutrition, physical activity, cognitive stimulation and social interaction play…
We are excited to introduce the Hope for Dementia’s Step Challenge, a brand-new initiative that encourages physical activity while raising critical funds to support our programs that aim to prevent dementia and promote cognitive health. The theme of the Step Challenge is Move for a Healthy Mind, Move for a Healthy Community, because physical activity is an important…
🛌 9 – 15 March is Sleep Awareness Week in Canada 🧠 Preserving our brain health Did you know that sleep plays a crucial role in preventing cognitive decline? This Sleep Awareness Week, Hope for Dementia would like to raise awareness of the importance of good rest in preserving seniors’ brain health. 🌜Sleep, a guardian…
WOMEN: SELF-CARE IS NOT SELFISH On this International Women’s Day, Hope for Dementia reminds all women to take care of their brain health. Why? Women are disproportionately affected by Alzheimer’s Disease and other dementias. Reduce your risk of dementia by 40% by paying attention to: Hope for Dementia’s Resource Center is brimming with information –…