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Dr. Levinson, known for his work in consultation liaison psychiatry (psychiatry for the medically ill, especially those with cognitive disorders like dementia), is a co-developer of online resources like igericare.ca and dementiarisk.ca

Empowering Dementia Care Partners: A Digital Solution

Dementia is a growing concern globally. Care partners - often friends, family, or other community members - play a crucial role, supplementing existing formal health systems and providing essential care for people living with dementia. They often do so without formal dementia education and with limited support themselves, leaving many care partners unprepared, overwhelmed, and isolated. This is a challenge that Dr. Anthony Levinson, a psychiatrist, professor, and e-Learning researcher at McMaster University, is dedicated to addressing.

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