Jessica is a caregiver, researcher, and healthcare leader dedicated to advancing equity in dementia care. Drawing on over a decade of experience in healthcare and her personal journey caring for her father, Jessica has championed systemic improvements that make care more inclusive, culturally responsive, and person-centered.

Currently completing her Master’s at York University, she is focused on closing service gaps in dementia care for equity-seeking groups. In our conversation, Jessica shares how lived experience and research can come together to transform healthcare and empower caregivers across Canada.