Entries by Alexandra Seidman

Bethany Partners to Establish Virtual Reality Training in Long-Term Care

Bethany Care Society and Kaleidoscope XR have spearheaded the development of a pioneering social learning platform that will enhance healthcare education and training through immersive virtual reality (VR).

Caregiver VR is a simulation platform that includes virtual dementia experiences to better prepare healthcare professionals and students for work in the continuing care landscape.

CDC: A Complex and Unique Solution to Complex Dementia

Meet Bob Murdoch – or perhaps no introduction is needed. Bob “Mud” Murdoch may be known for hockey in your home. In his home though, he was also known for his love of the outdoors, fishing, and above all, his love for his family. But if you had asked Bob about his greatest accomplishment, he […]

Lewy Body and Alzheimer’s Disease

In Canada, more than 600,000 people are living with dementia, and this number is projected to increase to one million by 2030 (Canadian Institutes of Health Research 2023). Dementia is not just a single condition. Instead, it is an overarching term that describes symptoms affecting brain function, from a loss of memory and coordination to […]

Seniors at Home Pilot Project Wrap Up

Bethany Care Society (Bethany) is one of Western Canada’s largest not-for-profit providers of care, housing, and community services for seniors and persons with disabilities. But Bethany is more than just a landlord. Through an exciting research partnership with a large international organization, we tested the Seniors at Home virtual technology at three of our housing […]