By taking a leadership role in research on aging, Baycrest is committed to finding the best ways to treat, and eventually prevent, the conditions associated with aging such as memory loss, depression and stroke.
Family and Visitor Information
All you need to know about visiting Baycrest including updates on H1N1 Infection Control and Prevention.
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Brain and Aging
Memory and Aging
A new Baycrest study is offering hope to older adults with mild cognitive impairment who are at a high risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.
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Stroke
Like so many stroke survivors, 46-year-old John M. didn’t know he was suffering common side effects of a stroke or that they could be treated. Read more
Depression and Mood Disorders
Patients recovering from depression with talk therapy show a distinct pattern of brain changes. Read more
Patient Safety Indicators
Furthering our efforts to provide the best patient care, we post our intection rates in accordance with the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care's new reporting framework on patient safety indicators.
View the Patient Safety Indicators here
H1N1 Information
We are taking every precaution through stringent infection control practices for the safety of our patients and staff and everyone who comes to Baycrest . Everyone plays an important role in this effort. Here is what you need to know:
- Wash your hands often (Watch the handwashing video)
- Do not visit Baycrest if you are ill
For more information about Baycrest's actions, click here
Looking for the H1N1 vaccine?
H1N1 vaccination clinics for the public are opening across the region. These websites list the dates, times and locations that the vaccine will be available to the public over the next few weeks.
Visiting with Elders
Baycrest has produced a free online resource to help families learn new ways of communicating and interacting with an elderly loved one who has Alzheimer's or other dementia.
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Read the guidebook online - Free
With the generous support of individuals, families, businesses and foundations, Baycrest Foundation 
provides Baycrest with the funding it needs to care for the elderly of today, and the growing population of tomorrow.
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Join the Women of Baycrest, an accomplished, empowered, conscientious network of women who believe together they can positively influence their own lives and make a difference in the way women age.
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