About Baycrest
Baycrest is a global leader in aging and brain health. Through research, innovation, care and education, Baycrest is working to defeat dementia and create a world where every older adult enjoys a life of purpose, inspiration and fulfilment.
Baycrest is home to a robust research and innovation network, including one of the world’s top research institutes in cognitive neuroscience, the Rotman Research Institute; the scientific headquarters of the Canadian Consortium on Neurodegeneration in Aging, Canada’s largest national dementia research initiative; and the Baycrest-powered Centre for Aging + Brain Health Innovation, a solution accelerator focused on driving innovation in the aging and brain health sector. For more information, visit baycrest.org.
Baycrest is home to a robust research and innovation network, including one of the world’s top research institutes in cognitive neuroscience, the Rotman Research Institute; the scientific headquarters of the Canadian Consortium on Neurodegeneration in Aging, Canada’s largest national dementia research initiative; and the Baycrest-powered Centre for Aging + Brain Health Innovation, a solution accelerator focused on driving innovation in the aging and brain health sector. For more information, visit baycrest.org.
Meet The Baycrest VBM Team
Clinical Team
Dr. Morris Freedman
BSc, MD, FRCPC
Behavioural Neurologist
Fidelma Serediuk
BSc,PT, MSc Health
Clinical Manager
Laura Petta
BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Clinician Leader
Anne Kirstein
RPH, BScPhm, ACPR
Clinical Pharmacist
Robin Mitchell
MSW, RSW
Social Worker
Jordanne Holland
MSW,RSW,MHSc
Regional Director, Behavioural Supports Ontario
Dr. Yael Goldberg
PhD, C.Psych
Neuropsychologist
Laura Harrison
MSc OT Reg. (Ont.)
Clinical Navigator, Toronto Central Region Behaviour Supports Coordinating Office
MSc, OT Reg. (Ont.)
Clinical Navigator, Toronto Central Region Behaviour Supports Coordinating Office
Deb Galet
Interim President and CEO of Baycrest Hospital,
Jagger Smith
BHSc, MHA
Director, Ambulatory Clinical Services, Baycrest
"People living with dementia who participate in the Virtual Behavioural Medicine program are really trying to communicate an unmet need, and they're doing so through what we call responsive behaviours or neuropsychiatric symptoms of dementia.
It must be a very frustrating space to be in when you're unable to communicate your needs, and it can cause issues with family members, caregivers and healthcare providers not understanding how to care for this person, wanting to help but not knowing how to do it.
The VBM program is able to provide the right pharmacological approaches alongside non-pharmacological approaches that help to mitigate these behaviours or symptoms. Meaning this person is in a better space, both mentally and emotionally. And this really has a positive impact on all of this person's family members, caregivers and healthcare providers."
It must be a very frustrating space to be in when you're unable to communicate your needs, and it can cause issues with family members, caregivers and healthcare providers not understanding how to care for this person, wanting to help but not knowing how to do it.
The VBM program is able to provide the right pharmacological approaches alongside non-pharmacological approaches that help to mitigate these behaviours or symptoms. Meaning this person is in a better space, both mentally and emotionally. And this really has a positive impact on all of this person's family members, caregivers and healthcare providers."
Deb Galet
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a cost to register?
No. These eLearning courses are offered at no cost to learners.
Can I participate if I am not a healthcare professional?
Yes, we have two eLearning courses, one for families and caregivers and one for healthcare professionals. You may choose the course which best meets your needs.
Where do I register for the eLearning courses?
Select the eLearning courses tab on the top menu bar and follow the on-screen instructions to set up an account and access the course.
Do I get a certificate afterwards?
Yes, once you complete the course a Certificate of Completion will be automatically generated.