A day filled with wonderful memories! On May 27, eight young volunteers—students from Saint-Laurent High School, Édifice Émile-Legault—shared their feedback at the close of the spring session of the Intergenerational Learning Program. “Yes, I loved the activity, especially the time spent with the residents of La Résidence Place St. Moritz.” “I liked it when they…
This year, Hope for Dementia is celebrating its 10th anniversary, a decade of advocacy, education, and support for brain health. To mark the occasion, they’ll be on CJAD 800 to reflect on their journey from foundation to today. Tune in to Ask the Experts on CJAD 800 this Saturday, May 31st, from 4–5 PM!…
🧠 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…
L-R Eyad Fallouh, Volunteer, Parsa Famili, President, Fati Davoudi, Executive Director, Hope for Dementia with Emmanuella Lambropoulos, M.P. Saint-Laurent We are proud to announce that Parsa Famili, President, and Fati Davoudi, Executive Director, and Eyad Fallouh, volunteer of Hope for Dementia have been awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal in recognition of their dedication and contribution to…
Did you know that up to 45% of cases of dementia could potentially be reduced, delayed or even prevented through 14 modifiable risk factors? In 2022, the Lancet Commission outlined 12 modifiable risk factors, which could reduce the risk of developing dementia by 40%. In 2024, the Lancet Commission updated its research, adding two more…
Jules Recasens is gearing up for the Ironman Challenge this December in New Zealand, and this time, it’s not just about crossing the finish line, it’s about making a difference. 🏊♂️🚴♂️🏃♂️ Jules has proudly partnered with Hope for Dementia, a cause close to the heart, to raise awareness and funds for this global health challenge.…
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…
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…
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…