Objective:
Cognitive Wellbeing for All Cultures (CWAC) is a project jointed initiated by Sau Po Centre on Ageing, Department of Social Work & Social Administration, The University of Hong Kong (HKU), and the Hong Kong Alzheimer’s Disease Association. It aims to examine and explain social determinants of cognitive well-being, focusing on cultural diversity and life-span perspective. By taking a life course approach on examining mechanisms of social determinants of cognitive wellbeing, the project will be the first to explain cultural diversity and adaption to cognitive well-being in the Chinese and other ethnic contexts.
Expected Impacts:
- Midlife intervention in prevention of dementia at old age
- Recognition of early symptoms of dementia in the family
- Community support and early diagnosis and intervention
- Cognitive Stimulation appropriate that adapts to different culture
- Dementia friendly community embracing diversity for people with diversified background
Team Members:
| Dr. Lou W.Q. Vivian | Director, Sau Po Centre on Ageing, HKU |
| Dr. Wong H.Y. Gloria | Assistant Professor, Department of Social Work & Social Administration, HKU |
| Professor Lum Y.S. Terry | Head and Professor, Department of Social Work & Social Administration, HKU |
| Dr. Dai L.K. David | Chairman, Hong Kong Alzheimer’s Disease Association |
