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~ Dr. Linda Lee ~
November Speaker Meeting - Wednesday, November 20, 9:30 - 11:30
Speaker: Dr. Linda Lee
Topic: Dementia: What It Is, and How To Reduce Your Risk
Description: Learn more about the research Dr. Lee has done, the Memory Clinics she has established across Canada – and most importantly what we, as seniors, can do to reduce our risk of developing Dementia. Dr. Lee is a highly respected and sought-after speaker.
More about Dr. Lee:
Dr. Linda Lee is a Care of the Elderly family physician, Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Family Medicine at McMaster University in Ontario, Canada, and Schlegel Research Chair in Primary Care for Elders. She is the founder and Executive Director MINT Memory Clinic, a non-profit organization helping to establish memory clinics in primary care nationally, and resident of Plum Tree Memory Care, a local start-up. She has been recognized nationally receiving awards for her leadership in improving the care of older adults with dementia and other memory disorders, helping to establish memory clinics in over 120 locations across 6 provinces in Canada.
The Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging (RIA) is a charitable, non-profit organization tackling some of the biggest issues facing an aging population. By advancing research and driving innovation, this Research Institute pushes the envelope to find and share solutions that make a difference to older adults everywhere.
Resources recommended by Dr. Lee:
Plum Tree Memory Care - "Plum Tree Memory Care was created to complement the foundational work of MINT Memory Clinic, a non-profit organization pioneered by Dr. Linda Lee to enable better dementia care in primary care. Plum Tree Memory Care is built on MINT Memory Clinic’s standardized, nationally-accredited training program, ensuring services are informed by evidence and experience." - visit their website to learn more
Mint Memory Clinic - information about the Memory Clinic, contact information, research studies and much more
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