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Another successful fundraising initiative, spearheaded by the Toronto chapter of the Alpha Omega Dental Fraternity has raised $1.6 million to date to construct a state-of- the-art centre for evidence-based geriatric dentistry at Baycrest that is scheduled to open this spring. The Alpha Omega Dental Centre for Geriatric Care will fill a void in comprehensive dental services for older adults who are cognitively impaired, physically disabled, frail, or who have complex medical conditions. In addition to servicing Baycrest clients and seniors who live in the community or in other care homes, the Dental Centre will also be a leading training facility, affiliated with the University of Toronto's Faculty of Dentistry. "What makes this dental centre unique is our expertise and focus on older adults with complex needs and our ability to accommodate people who are physically, medically or cognitively unable to access care in a typical dentist's office," explains Dr. Gary Naglie, Vice-President of Medical Services at Baycrest. The fully-accessible centre, located on the ground floor of Baycrest's main complex, will have four large, private operatories, two wheelchair lifts, lab and sterilization facilities, and a comprehensive imaging suite. Dental patients will enter through the "TD Welcome Area," a central reception for Baycrest's Outpatient Clinics. TD Bank gave a major donation in support of the Dental Centre as part of its recent $1 million philanthropic commitment to Baycrest. Turning existing spaces at Baycrest into welcoming, vibrant and user-friendly places for clients, families, staff, volunteers and visitors is one of the goals of these donor-supported initiatives, including the recent revitalization of the cafeteria, now known as "The Nosh", and the development of the new Kalifer Culture Hub. "The Nosh", which opened its doors on February 1, is fully renovated and includes attractive lighting, conversation areas with couches and coffee tables, comfortable seating arrangements, new cafeteria equipment and kosher food choices. This has all been made possible through the generosity of donors Lillian Vine Glowinsky and Norman Glowinsky and their family, John and Susan Rothschild and their family, and Paul and Lisa Rosen. In May, the new Kalifer Culture Hub on the main floor of the Apotex Centre, Jewish Home for the Aged, will become a destination to gather, relax and enjoy visual art exhibits, story telling, dance, workshops, lectures and other arts and culture programming. A generous gift from lead donors and art enthusiasts Ronald and Nancy Kalifer is transforming the current lounge and adjacent space into a beautiful, open, curated area with seating and display walls. "We are extremely grateful to the Kalifers for helping promote health and wellness through arts and culture programming," says Deb Galet, Director of Interprofessional Practice and Ambulatory Care. "The Hub will be open at all times so residents and others can be stimulated and inspired, or just relax in a welcoming space." Donor support for these and other important initiatives is vital to Baycrest's efforts to continue improving the care and well-being of older adults over the next 100 years and beyond. To find out how you can impact the lives of older adults, visit baycrestfoundation.org. BrainMatters SPRING/SUMMER 2018 19 (l-r) Steven Millman, Avi Wurman, Gary Elman, Carol Gruson, Bonnie Chandler, Ira Schacter, Brian Chapnick and Sean Groweski helped raise funds for the new Dental Centre scheduled to open Spring 2018. Nancy and Ron Kalifer Lillian and Norman Glowinsky Paul and Lisa Rosen Sybil and Marvin (Bud) Rothschild

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