Ontario Investing $9 Million to Increase Access to Dementia Care

September 26, 2025

Our government is proud to invest in innovative dementia care and supports to improve the well-being of long-term care residents, their caregivers and families.

The Improving Dementia Care Program (IDCP) uses emotion-based models of care for residents with dementia and is part of our government’s plan to protect Ontario’s long-term care system by making targeted investments that ensure residents get the quality of care and quality of life they need and deserve.

Emotion-based models of care are designed to improve the well-being of long-term care home residents with dementia through care that prioritizes resident needs and fosters close relationships between staff, residents and families.

The IDCP will support staff training and new programs for residents and is expected to serve 1,800 people in its first year.

Long-term care homes can apply to participate in the IDCP through their Ontario Health regional office.