Experiences of Indigenous people living with dementia: working in ethical ways
Learning Objectives:
Understand the current drivers of dementia incidence and prevalence for Indigenous people
Describe the experiences of Indigenous people living with dementia
Develop understanding of gaps in research and service for Indigenous people living with dementia
Dr. Roach is a citizen of the Métis Nation of Alberta, Assistant Professor in the Departments of Family Medicine and Community Health Sciences, and is Director, Indigenous health education for the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary. She also holds a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Indigenous Health Systems Safety with a focus on dementia and brain health. Her research is focused on the intersection of health services research and medical education to improve individual and population level outcomes.