In this episode, Dr. Alexandra Papaioannou is joined by Dr. Allen Power. He’s a geriatrician, educator, and the author of two amazing books—Dementia Beyond Drugs and Dementia Beyond Disease. For years, Dr. Power has been helping us reimagine dementia care—not as something focused only on what’s been lost, but on what’s still possible.

In today’s episode, we will hear Dr. Power talk about dementia care and that it can be more than routines and medications. It can be full of identity, connection, meaning, and joy!

This episode is proudly supported by the CIHR Institute of Aging and the Betty Havens Prize for Knowledge Mobilization in Aging, awarded to Dr. Alexandra Papaioannou. Special thanks to creative directors Dr. Patricia Hewston and Caroline Marr, and strategic director Dr. Tricia Woo.

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Dementia Beyond Drugs: https://www.healthpropress.com/product/dementia-beyond-drugs-second-edition

Dementia Beyond Disease: https://www.healthpropress.com/product/dementia-beyond-disease-revised-edition

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In this episode, Dr. Alexandra Papaioannou is joined by Dr. Ken Rockwood, Professor of Medicine and Clinical Research Professor of Frailty and Aging at Dalhousie University. A member of the Order of Canada, Dr. Rockwood has helped define and shape the field as we know it today.

Together, they explore frailty: what it is, why it matters, and what to look out for. Whether you are an older adult, caregiver, or curious learner, this conversation offers actionable insights and clarity on one of the most important concepts in aging.

This episode is proudly supported by the CIHR Institute of Aging and the Betty Havens Prize for Knowledge Mobilization in Aging, awarded to Dr. Alexandra Papaioannou. Special thanks to creative directors Dr. Patricia Hewston and Caroline Marr, and strategic director Dr. Tricia Woo.

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Episode 6: Empowering Primary Care for Aging Populations - The PCOP Tool

Join Dr. Alexandra Papaioannou with Dr. Amy Freedman and Lorna McDougall, co-leads of the Preventive Care for Older People (PCOP) tool developed through the Centre for Effective Practice. Dr. Freedman is a family physician and MD Lead for the St. Michael’s Home Visit Team, practicing at Baycrest and teaching at the University of Toronto. McDougall is a nurse practitioner and NP Lead for the Home Visit program for homebound older adults, with a clinical appointment at the University of Toronto’s School of Nursing.

This episode is proudly supported by the CIHR Institute of Aging and the Betty Havens Prize for Knowledge Mobilization in Aging, awarded to Dr. Alexandra Papaioannou. Special thanks to creative directors Dr. Patricia Hewston and Caroline Marr.

PCOP Tool: https://cep.health/clinical-products/preventive-care-for-older-people/