Protect Your Brain Health
You can reduce your risk of developing dementia by up to 40% if you adopt a brain-healthy lifestyle. Small changes can make a big impact.
In Ottawa and Renfrew County, 24,000 people are currently living with dementia. Our dementia population is expected to grow to slightly less than 60,000 by the year 2050.
You can change the story by participating in brain-health-promoting lifestyle practices. By making even a few changes to your lifestyle you can change the story.
8 Healthy Habits That Help Prevent Dementia
Care for Your Heart
Track your numbers and keep them in the recommended ranges: Track your blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, and weight.
Be Physically Active
Aim for 30 minutes of activity most days.
Eat Healthy
Follow Canada’s Food Guide: plenty of vegetables and fruits, limit highly processed foods and make water your drink of choice.
Be Social
Maintain frequency of visits with friends and family members.
Challenge Your Brain
Expose your brain to new things. Do more than one type of activity.
Protect Your Head
Wear a helmet during sporting activities. Avoid situations where a fall is possible.
Sleep Well
Get 7-8 hours of sleep in a 24 hour period. Have a regular sleep routine. Try relaxation techniques.
Care for Your Mental Health
Talk about your mental health. Build resilience. Practice all the other brain healthy choices.
Improve Your Nutrition, Mindfulness, and Activity Practices
Dementia Education
Learn about dementia and brain health with The Dementia Society’s learning guides and resources.
Activities and Programs
Find the many ways The Dementia Society supports those affected by dementia, so they feel connected and supported in our community.
Activities and Programs
Find the many ways The Dementia Society supports those affected by dementia, so they feel connected and supported in our community.
Dementia Inclusive Training
Dementia-Inclusive Training and certification are available at no charge and can be delivered virtually, on-demand or in-person and on-site at business and organization locations.
Yes, we CAN prevent and delay some forms of dementia.
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