Public Webinar

The Research Chair on Primary Progressive Aphasias – Lemaire Family Foundation will present a webinar on April 4 at 12:00 PM to mark the first-ever International Awareness Day for PPA. This event will be an opportunity to learn more about our ongoing and upcoming projects.

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As part of the First International Awareness Day for Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA), taking place on April 4, the Research Chair on Primary Progressive Aphasias – Lemaire Family Foundation presents:

“Demystifying PPA: Updates and Future Perspectives”

This webinar aims to raise awareness about this little-known disease, highlight current advances in the field, and share best practices for managing and supporting individuals living with PPA and their caregivers. The event will include insightful presentations, inspiring testimonials, and useful resources to support those affected by PPA.

Whether you are a caregiver, a healthcare professional, or directly impacted by this condition, join us on April 4 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.

Presentation Agenda

• Welcome Address
• What is PPA? Variants and New Screening Tools – Dr. Robert Jr Laforce & Dr. Monica Lavoie
• Speech Therapy: A Key Component of PPA Management – Dr. Monica Lavoie
• A Unique Window into the Disease: Testimonial from a Person Living with PPA
• Looking Ahead: New Treatments and Future Perspectives – Dr. Robert Jr Laforce
• Q&A Session

About the Research Chair

Founded in 2019, the Research Chair on Primary Progressive Aphasias – Lemaire Family Foundation aims to improve the diagnosis and management of primary progressive aphasia and atypical neurocognitive disorders. The Chair aspires to become an international reference in research on these neurodegenerative diseases.