Baycrest

06/12/2026

One in three Canadians struggle with their mental health. You are not alone. If you are 40-75 years of age and think you may be depressed, you may be eligible to participate in Baycrest research and receive free, virtual cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) – the gold standard talk therapy for depression.

Participants will:
• Receive 12 weekly therapy sessions
• Attend two advanced brain imaging appointments at Baycrest
• Help advance critical brain health research

To be eligible, you must meet study criteria and not have a history of CBT and not currently be on medication for sleep or anxiety issues.

To learn more, please email [email protected]

Baycrest is a global leader in aging and brain health, delivering innovative care, research, and education to improve lives worldwide.

06/12/2026

Baycrest Hospital and Long-Term Care's Dr. Gary Naglie is featured in a new Canadian Institutes of Health Research profile exploring the experiences that shaped his commitment to dementia research.

The story highlights his work on the Driving and Dementia Roadmap, a national resource that supports people living with dementia, care partners and healthcare providers as they navigate decisions about driving.

🌎 Learn more https://cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54746.html

06/11/2026

June is Seniors Month and at Baycrest, every day is dedicated to advancing a world where every older person lives with purpose, fulfilment and dignity.

Across our campus and beyond, we see older adults continuing to learn, contribute, connect and pursue what matters most to them. Their experiences, perspectives and achievements inspire our work and help shape the future of aging.

This Seniors Month, we celebrate older adults and reaffirm our commitment to creating a future where every person can age with purpose, fulfilment and dignity.

Baycrest is helping redefine what is possible as we age. Because the future of aging is here.

🌎 Learn more about our compassionate care, exceptional residential living, leading research, education as well as our aging and brain health expertise by visiting Baycrest.org.

06/10/2026

📢 Paratonia is a common but often underrecognized condition affecting people living with advanced dementia. It causes involuntary muscle resistance during movement and care, which can interfere with mobility, bathing, dressing, feeding and comfort. It may also be mistaken for purposeful resistance to care or behavioural symptoms.

New research published in JAMDA the Journal of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine by Baycrest researchers and clinicians advances understanding of paratonia and explores barriers that may contribute to it being overlooked in clinical practice.

"Paratonia has significant implications for people living with dementia, families and front-line care teams, yet awareness of the condition remains limited," said Dr. Galit Kleiner, neurologist and researcher at Baycrest and senior author of the publications.

🌎 Read more at https://www.baycrest.org/news/baycrest-research-highlights-overlooked-condition-affecting-people-with-advanced-dementia/

06/04/2026

It's National Kinesiology Week and we want to thank those at Baycrest for using evidence-based research to help prevent injury and improve movement and performance for our patients, residents and community members.

Falling puts you at a greater risk for serious injuries that can weaken your physical abilities. By preventing falls, you help maintain your independence and quality of life.

🌎 We run Falls Prevention Programming at Baycrest and in other buildings in the wider community. The program is open to those 65 or older who have either fallen in the past 12 months or have concerns about balance or mobility and a fear of falling. Learn more by visiting https://www.baycrest.org/all-care-and-services/falls-prevention/

06/02/2026

Dr. Morris Freedman was officially invested into the Order of Ontario, the province's highest civilian honour, during a ceremony in Toronto on June 1.

Dr. Freedman is Head of the Division of Neurology and a Senior Scientist at Baycrest's Rotman Research Institute, and Medical Director of the Pamela and Paul Austin Centre for Neurology and Behavioural Support. His pioneering work in cognitive assessment and dementia research has helped shape the diagnosis and care of Alzheimer's disease and frontotemporal dementia in Ontario and around the world.

Dr. Freedman was among 30 exceptional Ontarians formally recognized by the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario for their outstanding contributions to the province and country.

Congratulations to Dr. Freedman on this well-deserved honour.

06/01/2026

June is Pride Month, and today the Baycrest community came together to raise the Pride flag on our campus, marking the start of a month dedicated to celebrating diversity and fostering inclusion.

Pride Month reflects our values and our ongoing commitment to creating a workplace and care environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected and valued.

We are proud to celebrate the diversity of our community and recognize the contributions of 2SLGBTQI+ individuals across Baycrest – our colleagues, residents, patients, clients, families, volunteers and community partners.

This month is an opportunity to celebrate diversity, stand in solidarity with the 2SLGBTQI+ community and reaffirm our commitment to belonging and inclusion across Baycrest.

05/31/2026

As National Caregiver Month comes to an end, we want to remind caregivers you're not alone in this, there are supports, resources and knowledge available to you.

📲 One such resource is C-CART®, the Canadian Caregiver Assessment and Resource Tool. it is a free online tool that helps caregivers reflect on their needs and connect with tailored resources. Complete the assessment and share it with caregivers who may benefit from extra support. Visit https://www.baycrest.org/ccart/

05/29/2026

May is National Physiotherapy Month, but every day our physiotherapists make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families through their skills, compassion and teamwork.

What drives Jocelyn De Torres, a Registered Physiotherapist at Baycrest? “I deliver the utmost dedication to my patients’ well-being. We are fortunate to support the best possible measurable outcomes for those we care for.” She also aims to “make patients’ lives better by making a meaningful impact on their health.”

🌎 Want to learn more about our services? Visit https://www.baycrest.org/all-clinics-services/day-treatment-centre/

05/28/2026

Could personality changes in a loved one be more than a midlife change? In this episode, we explore frontotemporal dementia (FTD), a less commonly known form of dementia that often begins between ages 45 and 65 and can be mistaken for a “mid-life crisis.” Symptoms may include disinhibition, overspending and other uncharacteristic behaviours.

Ashley Sharma shares her lived experience as a young caregiver supporting her grandmother after an FTD diagnosis, while Dr. Robert Laforce, behavioural neurologist and neuropsychologist (CHU de Québec, Université Laval), explains what FTD is, how it progresses and what families need to watch for.

Together, they unpack early signs, practical steps to caring for someone living with FTD and how brain-healthy behaviours may help support quality of life.

🎧 Tune in at defydementia.org, or wherever you get your podcasts.

🌎 https://www.baycrest.org/podcast/episode-36-personality-unraveled-frontotemporal-dementia/