The Canadian healthcare system isn’t equipped for 2SLGBTQI people living with dementia.

Egale Canada discussed the experiences of 2SLGBTQI people living with dementia and what we can do to make more inclusive dementia care for all. Participants will learn about Egale’s dementia-related research and resources as well as Egale’s awareness campaign – Help Us Remain: Bring Care for Identity to Care For Dementia.

Presenter :

AJ Adams (He/Him), Manager, Communications, Egale Canada

Resources/Supports: 

The National Resource Centre on 2SLGBTQI Aging (NRCA)
https://2slgbtqi-aging.ca/

Ontario Caregivers Organization
https://ontariocaregiver.ca/for-caregivers/

Family Services Toronto
Offers a caregiver support group
https://familyservicetoronto.org/our-services/workshops-groups-and-events/#SCSS

Baycrest: caregivers of dementia
https://baycrestathome.ca/member-plans/#counselling

Alzheimer Society
https://alzheimer.ca/on/en/about-us/alzheimer-society-ontario

Alzheimer Society of Toronto hosts monthly LGBTQI2S+ Caregiver Support Group
https://alz.to/event/lgbtqi2s-caregiver-support-group-ontario-wide-online-2/

The Good Companions
Offers a respite program for the 2SLGBTQ community on Saturdays twoce a month.
https://thegoodcompanions.ca/programs-services/adult-day-program/