Indigenous Perspectives on Dementia
and Dementia Care
It is important to remember and respect the cultural diversity within Indigenous populations and recognize that each community, and nation of peoples have distinct, cultures, traditions, worldviews, language, needs and desires. We always encourage you to seek out and use local resources as much as possible.
Video Resources
This video explores Gitxsan perspectives
on aging and dementia
Indigenous perspectives on dementia and dementia-friendly communities (note this resource has many Indigenous panelists in the context of the United States so the terms American Indian, Alaskan Native, and tribes are used)
Indigenous panelists discussing dementia
organized by Alzheimer Society of Canada
Dr. Jennifer Walker sharing insight on
Indigenous health and dementia
Dementia in Indigenous Communities
with Karen Pitawanakwat and Dr. Kristen Jacklin
