Aging with Mental Health in Mind: What to Know and How to Support Loved Ones
Learn from CAMH experts how to recognize signs of mental illness and cognitive decline in later life and how to talk about it with someone you’re concerned about.
Type of Event:
Non-CAMH Mental Health Events
Date:
February 10, 2026
Time:
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location:
Online: Zoom Webinar
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Event Overview
As we age, changes in mood, memory, and behaviour can be confusing—and worrying. Is it just getting older, or something more? Many families struggle in silence, unsure when or how to ask for help.
Join CAMH Foundation for a compassionate, practical webinar that helps you recognize early signs of mental illness and cognitive decline in later life. CAMH experts will share clear guidance on what’s normal, what’s not, and how to start supportive conversations with aging loved ones.
You’ll leave feeling more confident, less alone, and better equipped to support the people you care about.
You’ll Learn
How to tell normal aging from warning signs
Early signs of dementia, depression, and anxiety
How to talk to someone you’re worried about
Why Attend?
Whether you’re caring for a parent, noticing changes in yourself, or simply want to be prepared, this session offers clarity, reassurance, and real-world guidance—when it matters most.
Who You’ll Hear From
Jordanne Holland Clinical Director Geriatrics, Neurodevelopment, Social Supports and Medical Affairs, CAMH Jordanne is serving as Interim Director with TDRA, while working as Clinical Director, Geriatrics, Neurodevelopment, Social Supports and Medical Affairs at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH). Previously she was at Baycrest Hospital for ten years, most recently as Program Director Population Health for Dementia and Regional Director Behaviour Supports Toronto.
Eric Brown Associate Chief, Geriatric Psychiatry Division, CAMH Eric Brown is the Associate Chief and an inpatient psychiatrist in the Geriatric Psychiatry Division at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. He is an associate scientist in the Campbell Family Mental Health Research Institute, and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry, University of Toronto. Dr. Brown’s clinical and research focus is on the mental health of older adults, including to understand the broad range of factors that contribute to cognitive impairment and dementia.
A Special Thanks
Thanks to donor support, CAMH continues to advance groundbreaking research, develop innovative care models and expand vital programs that help older adults living with mental health and cognitive challenges. Together with our community, we are building a future where everyone can age with dignity, understanding and hope.