Creating and implementing an Action Guide to support organizations and communities with creating person-centred approaches for dementia-inclusive activities and programs.
Who could benefit from reading this?
Review the Before you begin section for foundational knowledge that will be helpful for any dementia community initiative.
Key information
Project Lead: University of British Columbia and Lakehead University
Project partners: Partners in phase 2 of this initiative are: Sunshine Coast Resource Centre and Gibsons Seniors Society, Dunbar Residents Association, South Granville Seniors Centre, Kitsilano Neighbourhood House, Purple Angels, Burnaby Neighbourhood House, ASK Friendship Centre
Project status: complete, 2023-2025
Project story
Background:
Since 2019, this project has brought together researchers, community organizations and people living with dementia to foster inclusion and reduce stigma by creating meaningful opportunities for people with dementia to remain active and socially connected. It uses an asset-based community development (ABCD) approach to create meaningful opportunities for social connection and active participation in the community.
The 2023-2025 phase of this work builds on the previous project’s success, with the creation of an Action Guide to share the knowledge gained with a wider audience and help people in different locations, industries, and contexts start their own initiatives.
Impact
Insights
Production of this project has been made possible through funding from the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC). The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the view of the Public Health Agency of Canada.