A Night To Remember with A Rose For Grandma

On February 22, 2025 I got to attend the A Night To Remember Gala hosted by A Rose For Grandma. There was good food, great people, and my favourite part was the caregivers who shared their stories. It was both inspiring and humbling to hear so many people share their why!

Dementia support in the BIPOC community

A Rose For Grandma Wellness Hub is working to improve dementia care for Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC) communities, who often face significant challenges in accessing high-quality care. Barriers such as limited access to healthcare, transportation difficulties, and language differences contribute to delayed diagnosis and reduced access to support. Cultural stigma around dementia can also discourage families from seeking help, while BIPOC communities are often underrepresented in dementia research, limiting the development of culturally appropriate resources and care strategies.

A Rose For Grandma Wellness Hub is taking a collaborative approach, working with individuals living with dementia, their families, healthcare providers, governments, and other organizations. The goal is to create culturally responsive care that reflects the unique beliefs and needs of BIPOC communities, while also advocating for better representation in research and improved access to services. By addressing these gaps, the Wellness Hub aims to improve the overall quality of life for people living with dementia and their families.

Supporting local, community charities

I think the Alzheimer's Society, Heart & Stroke Foundation, and other big charities do incredible, important work, but we can't overlook local charities in the community that are likely underfunded, but sure can stretch a dollar.

What was clear from A Night To Remember was the tangible impact A Rose For Grandma is able to have.

There's a million worthy causes. The next time you are looking for a charity to support, don't shy away from taking a look at smaller, local organizations.

They might not have the name recognition or the best website, but you may find they're having an oversized impact on a shoestring budget.