The Canadian Dementia Learning and Resource Network (CDLRN) is a knowledge hub that facilitates collaboration between community-based projects across Canada and amplifies their successes.
Led by the Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging (RIA), CDLRN and the community-based projects are funded by the Public Health Agency of Canada under the Dementia Community Investment (DCI). The projects develop and implement tools, resources, programs and other interventions to enhance the wellbeing of people living with dementia and care partners. These innovations are shared broadly to support dementia practice and policy across Canada. To learn about how you can get involved with CDLRN, click here.
About the CDLRN Team
CDLRN is supported by a staff and research team at the Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging (RIA) and is guided by a Community Advisory Committee.
Staff Team
Dana Zummach
Manager, Programs, RIA
Carrie Briscoe
Project Manager, RIA
Allie Serota
Evaluation Manager, RIA
Research Leads
Carrie McAiney
PhD, Schlegel Research Chair in Dementia, RIA; Associate Professor, School of Public Health Sciences, University of Waterloo
Laura Middleton
PhD, Schlegel Research Chair in Dementia and Active Living, RIA; Associate Professor & Associate Chair of Applied Research, Partnerships and Outreach, Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences, University of Waterloo