Defy Dementia on the Road | Victoria, BC
Join us for an engaging afternoon exploring what we can do to reduce dementia risk—co-hosted by Jay Ingram and Dr. Allison Sekuler, President and Chief Scientist at Baycrest Academy for Research and Education and the Centre for Aging + Brain Health Innovation.
See below for Zoom link instructions.
What to expect:
A discussion on the modifiable risk factors of dementia and how everyone can enhance their brain health
A panel Q&A featuring people with lived experience and dementia experts
Audience Q&A
Interactive demonstration booths showcasing resources, research and innovations in aging and brain health from BC's local ecosystem
Attend in person or join the livestream. The livestream component will finish at 2:30 pm. In-person attendees are welcome to explore the booths until 4 pm.
Meet the Hosts:
Dr. Allison Sekuler
President and Chief Scientist at the Baycrest Academy for Research and Education and the Centre for Aging + Brain Health Innovation, Sandra A. Rotman Chair in Cognitive Neuroscience, Professor of Psychology at the University of Toronto, and co-host of the Defy Dementia podcast.
Jay Ingram
Jay Ingram has more than 40 years of experience as an author, broadcaster, and science communicator. He was a co-host of Discovery Channel’s science show, Daily Planet, for 16 years and was instrumental in shaping the program's format.
Meet the panellists:
Dr. Alex Henri-Bhargava
Dr. Alex Henri-Bhargava is a behavioural neurologist and Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine at UBC, based in Victoria, BC. His clinical practice and research focus on dementia, neurocognitive disorders, and improving care for patients and families affected by cognitive impairment.
Amy Cameron and Joe Ross
Both retired to Victoria from international careers in program development, IT, and banking in 2018. Their lives changed after Amy’s diagnosis of younger-onset Alzheimer’s disease in 2019. They have since learned to better function as a pair, to live more in the moment, and to share their experiences with family, friends, and the wider public. They hope to raise awareness of the issues associated with living with dementia and work with others to achieve that.
Dr. Stuart MacDonald
Dr. Stuart MacDonald is a Professor of Psychology at the University of Victoria and a principal investigator with the CARING Dementia Cluster. His research focuses on cognitive aging and the early identification and prevention of Alzheimer’s disease through community-engaged lifestyle interventions.
Dr. Mariko Sakamoto
Dr. Mariko Sakamoto is an Assistant Professor in the School of Nursing at the University of Victoria and founder of the Dementia Action Co-Lab. Her community-engaged research focuses on co-creating dementia-inclusive communities, reducing stigma, and supporting the social inclusion and citizenship of people living with dementia and care partners.
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Zoom Instructions
Thank you for your interest in Defy Dementia. We will open the Zoom link at 12:45PM (Pacific Time), with the welcome beginning at 1:00PM (PT).
Here is your link to join:
Join the Zoom: https://uvic.zoom.us/j/88334028762?pwd=E1iqTNjsKFffVtvhHTON0OFxZ4DTJh.1
Meeting ID: 883 3402 8762
Password: 20260707
Find your local number: https://uvic.zoom.us/u/kbYSc3ldjn
When you click the Zoom link you may be asked to provide the Meeting ID, and the numerical password.
The Q&A and Chat will be open, so that you can communicate with Leah Potter, our online moderator. Please watch the Chat for information. If you have a question for our presenters, please add it to the Q&A function. Leah will verbally ask it to the panel, and you will be able to hear their responses.
If you have any questions or concerns about the Zoom, please connect with Leah directly at [email protected].
We look forward to you joining us online.
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This event is brought together in partnership with the University of Victoria Institute on Aging and Lifelong Health, Island Health and the Alzheimer Society of BC & Yukon.
Co-sponsored by Baycrest Academy for Research & Education, Centre for Aging + Brain Health Innovation and The Slaight Family Foundation.