The Québec Alzheimer plan: Sharing the experience of its implementation to strengthen primary care (knowledge transfer tools – English version)

Abstract

Over the past two decades, a number of different governments have adopted action plans on dementia. However, there is little published evidence on their implementation and outcomes. To open up a discussion on this topic, we wish to share knowledge about the implementation of the Québec Alzheimer Plan with the rest of Canada, and internationally. Many lessons can be learned from the implementation of this plan, which was characterized by the introduction of a partnership-based governance system, the establishment of a vast change support mechanism by the ministry, the mobilization of clinicians, and the ongoing evaluation of the implementation by a team of independent researchers. These lessons are detailed in four knowledge transfer tools and presented in a straightforward manner to facilitate their dissemination, particularly to decision makers: Policy brief (short): 3 pages / Posters: 3 pages / Webinar: 30 minutes / Policy brief (long): 27 pages.