05/27/2026
There was a powerful sense of openness and connection at Wellbrook Place earlier this month.
South Asian older adults living with diabetes and cognitive changes, along with their caregivers, gathered to share their experiences — from the realities of daily life to the kinds of supports that would truly make a difference. Caregivers spoke about the weight they carry, and participants highlighted the importance of care that reflects their cultures, languages, and family experiences. Every story shared helped shape a clearer path forward.
This workshop is part of Aging Well with Diabetes and Dementia: Supporting Mississauga’s Immigrant Communities to Age in Place, a collaborative initiative co-led by the University of Toronto’s Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy and THP’s Institute for Better Health, in partnership with Partners Community Health. We thank Kainat Bashir, Lisa McCarthy, and Kathy Lashley, along with partners deprescribing.org and the Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations, for their leadership and collaboration.
Together, this work reflects a shared commitment to Connected Care and Learning — creating more inclusive, culturally responsive supports so older adults can age in place with dignity and choice. That’s what excellence looks like in action.
