Areas of Need

Research

The Rotman Research Institute at Baycrest is a premier international centre for the study of human brain function. You are helping our scientists identify promising approaches to treatment.

  • Upgrades for fMRI machine and other imaging equipment
  • Fellowships and internships to support scientists’ work
  • Recruiting and testing of research participants
  • Lab operations

Innovation

You can support the Centre for Aging + Brain Health Innovation powered by Baycrest, which helps innovators gain access to key users to validate solutions in the areas of aging and brain health. Your investment gets promising technology and services to people who need them – sooner.

  • Spark Program
  • Industry Innovation Partnership Program
  • Hackathons
  • Mobilization of technology

Education

For the first time in Canada, there are more seniors than children – and we must be ready. We need your support to train the researchers and clinicians of tomorrow.

  • Curriculum development
  • Conferences, training and workshops
  • Client and consumer education
  • Tele-education

Capital Projects

When Baycrest opened in 1918, it fostered an innovative person-centred approach to care. Today, you are supporting an ambitious revitalization that will carry us into our next 100 years of care and innovation.

  • Renovations in the Apotex Centre, Jewish Home for the Aged
  • Upgrades to the fMRI machine
  • Creation of the Kimel Family Centre for Brain Health and Wellness
  • Renovations to the kosher kitchen, which produces more than 1 million meals a year

Care

A gift to purchase life-saving and life-giving equipment will make a direct and lasting impact on the day-to-day lives of those who need it most – our clients, residents and patients.

  • Hospital and long-term care beds
  • Hydrotherapy tubs
  • Ceiling lifts
  • Essential clinical equipment

Culture & Arts

Culture and arts programs are a cornerstone of Baycrest’s holistic view of health and well-being. Your donation takes care to the next level, and improves the physical and emotional health of older adults.

  • Spiritual care and cultural programming
  • Concerts and music therapy
  • Art therapy
  • Dance classes