During Alzheimer's Awareness Month, Egale, Canada’s advocate for 2SLGBTQI communities, has launched the 'Help Us Remain Campaign,' spotlighting the unique challenges faced by this demographic when it comes to dementia care. Acknowledging the elevated risk of dementia among 2SLGBTQI individuals due to the brain's response to cultural trauma, the campaign aims to unite Canadians in addressing this often overlooked issue.
Launching an immersive gallery and a captivating short film, Help Us Remain shares the untold stories of 2SLGBTQI individuals across Canada connected to dementia. The campaign emphasizes the need to support those who championed 2SLGBTQI rights as they age, ensuring the transfer of memories to younger generations.
Those who want to learn more about this important cause and campaign can visit eagle.ca/dementia.
Image Credit: Egale
What's Driving This Trend
- Elevated Risk of Dementia
- Spotlighting the unique challenges faced by the 2SLGBTQI community when it comes to dementia care, given the brain's response to cultural trauma.
- Untold Stories
- Launching an immersive gallery and a captivating short film, highlighting the experiences of 2SLGBTQI individuals connected to dementia.
- Championing Aging Rights
- Emphasizing the importance of supporting 2SLGBTQI individuals who have fought for their rights as they age, ensuring the preservation of their memories.
Who This Affects Most
- Healthcare
- Addressing the unique challenges of dementia care for the 2SLGBTQI community, with a focus on raising awareness and support.
- Film and Entertainment
- Utilizing immersive galleries and captivating short films to tell the untold stories of 2SLGBTQI individuals connected to dementia.
- Social Advocacy
- Advocating for the rights and support of 2SLGBTQI individuals as they age, ensuring their experiences and memories are recognized and preserved.
