Canadian Consortium on Neurodegeneration in Aging
Lauren Bechard is an experienced project manager and doctoral candidate specializing in aging, health, and well-being. Currently at the British Columbia Centre on Substance Use, Lauren leads strategic initiatives for a diverse team, developing innovative education products related to substance use care. Concurrently serving as a consultant for the Canadian Consortium on Neurodegeneration in Aging, Lauren's research focuses on physical activity as a means to prevent and manage dementia. Previous roles include regional stroke coordinator for the North & East GTA Stroke Network, managing community engagement in stroke care, and various academic positions at the University of Waterloo and the University of Toronto. Lauren holds a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Waterloo, alongside several qualifications in project management, rehabilitation science, and anti-racism studies.
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Canadian Consortium on Neurodegeneration in Aging
What is the CCNA? 350+ clinicians and researchers throughout Canada have come together to form the CCNA and are accelerating progress in age-related neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer’s disease, Vascular dementia, Frontotemporal dementia, and Lewy body dementia. Based on their area of specialization, CCNA’s researchers are divided into 20 teams throughout Canada, and are working in the areas of prevention, treatment, and quality of life. They draw on the data of eight national platforms, and are supported by four cross-cutting programs, who assist teams in identifying gaps, synergies, and accelerating idea uptake. @ccna_ccnv https://vimeo.com/channels/ccna