Caribbean BrainCayman Islands
Connecting innovation with practical family support
The Cayman Islands contribution brings scientific and technological possibilities into conversation with the everyday experience of people and families. Tech & Thrive explores brain-health developments, while the Relay, Paint Cayman Purple and a Memory Café offer other routes into learning, participation and connection.
The broader question is not simply which technologies are available. It is how assessment, treatment, information, practical assistance and continuing support connect across organisations—and what happens when families encounter gaps.
Clinical, community and voluntary-sector experience provides a foundation for comparing approaches and identifying practical work. The Summit creates space to share those questions across settings without assuming that the same technology, service or funding model will work everywhere.
Explore the programme
Browse the confirmed Cayman Islands activities below. Some are open to the public; others require registration, selection or an invitation. Check each listing for local time, location and access arrangements before making plans.
Times are in Cayman Islands time.
Technology & Innovation
Tuesday 17 November 18:00–20:30
Cayman Islands: Tech & Thrive Tuesday — Science, Technology and the Future of Brain Health
Online
An accessible evening connecting clinical care, laboratory research and practical uses of artificial intelligence in brain health, with talks from Dr Romnesh de Souza and Ms Rebekah Brooks (Health City Cayman Islands), Dr Laura Goff (University of Kent) and Dr Eustache Placide (UCCI). Contributors will consider possibilities, limitations and what it takes for innovation to become useful in everyday life. Moderated by Dr Noviann McLean-Gregory.
Community
Wednesday 18 November 10:00
Cayman Brain Health Relay — Day 1
Cayman organisations and community groups take turns holding the baton in the Brain Health Relay, with contributions from business, nursing education, civil-service wellness, healthcare and sport. Please check the individual contribution details before attending or joining, as a listed time does not necessarily mean an activity is open for in-person attendance.
Community
Wednesday 18 November 10:00–11:00
Walking for Brain Health: Staff Wellness Walk
Global Captive Management staff will take part in a wellness walk highlighting the relationship between physical activity, wellbeing and brain health, encouraging movement during the working day and reflection on healthy everyday habits. Lead: Mr Daval Gregory, Software Developer. Internal event for staff only.
Community
Wednesday 18 November 11:00–12:00
Brain Health and Wellness: Nursing Students in Action
Ruth Eleanor McLaughlin School of Nursing, University College of the Cayman Islands (UCCI)
The session will focus on brain health and memory wellness through two interactive activities: a Memory Tray Challenge and a Matching Card Game. Nursing students will practise recall and concentration while exploring how everyday activities can keep the mind engaged and support overall wellbeing.
Community
Wednesday 18 November 12:00–13:00
Brain Health Hour: Individual Brain-Boosting Activities
Civil Service employees take a break from their work routine to complete independent desk-based activities supporting memory, focus, creativity and relaxation: a memory challenge, brain games, mindful breathing, creative thinking and personal reflection. Lead: Dr Charmane Dalhouse-Morgan, Corporate Wellness Officer, Wellness Unit – Portfolio of the Civil Service. Internal event for participating employees.
Community
Wednesday 18 November 13:00–14:00
Cayman Brain Health Relay — Health City Cayman Islands
Internal staff contribution from Health City Cayman Islands; activity details have not yet been provided. Contact: Ms Rebekah Brooks, Head of Marketing and Sales. Internal event.
Community
Wednesday 18 November 14:00–15:00
Netball for Brain Health: Movement, Connection and Teamwork
Online
A pre-recorded video (about 30 minutes) from AllStars Netball Club showcasing how netball brings together physical activity, social connection, coordination, decision-making and teamwork. Players reflect on wellbeing, managing stress and supporting people and families affected by dementia. Leads: Ms Lyneth Montieth, President, and Ms Georgie Muir, Fundraising Coordinator.
Community
Wednesday 18 November 15:00–16:00
Move, Play & Create for Brain Health
Hibiscus Rooms, HSA
Health Services Authority staff will take part in gait-speed tests, musical bingo and an art and colouring space, exploring mobility, cognition, creativity, social engagement and wellbeing. Leads: Dr Sunku Guptha, Internal Medicine Physician/Geriatrician, and Dr Dwaine Cooke, Neurosurgeon. Internal event for HSA staff only.
Community
Thursday 19 November 09:00
Cayman Brain Health Relay — Day 2
Day 2 of Cayman's Brain Health Relay brings together pre-recorded and live virtual contributions from research, medical education, community sport and the Cayman Longevity Program. Please check the individual listings for topic, format and viewing arrangements.
Research & Data
Thursday 19 November 09:00–10:00
How the Brain Controls Health: Lessons from C. elegans
Online
A pre-recorded research video (about 9 minutes) from the Tullet Laboratory on using the model organism C. elegans to investigate how a gene and neuronal signalling influence appetite, behaviour and metabolism. Lead: Dr Jennifer Tullet, Reader in Biogerontology.
Research & Data
Thursday 19 November 10:00–11:00
How the microbiome affects health
Online
A pre-recorded research talk (about 40 minutes) from the Ezcurra Laboratory exploring connections between the gut microbiome, health and neurodegeneration through studies using C. elegans. Lead: Dr Marina Ezcurra, Senior Lecturer in the Biology of Ageing.
Care & Workforce
Thursday 19 November 11:00–11:50
Alzheimer’s Care: Individualised Approaches, Evidence and Access
Online
Dr Garland Glenn, in a talk titled "Alzheimer's: Are We Treating the Disease or Just Managing the Decline?: A Precision Medicine and Functional Neurology Approach to Cognitive Recovery" presents his clinic’s individualised approach to cognitive difficulties, followed by a discussion of evidence, limitations and the requirements for safe, accessible and affordable care in Caribbean settings. Christina Rowlandson chairs and contributes a local perspective; Ms Bonnie Bodden moderates. Live webinar with audience Q&A.
Community
Thursday 19 November 13:00–14:00
The PAVING Wheel: Practical Approaches to Health and Wellbeing
Online
A pre-recorded classroom session (up to 40 minutes) from St Matthew's University School of Medicine introducing the PAVING Wheel and practical lifestyle behaviours that support health and wellbeing. Leads: Dr Maribel Aurelio, Associate Dean of Basic Sciences, and Dr Gimena Marzan, Assistant Dean of Student Affairs.
Community
Thursday 19 November 14:00–15:00
Netball, Music and Brain Health
Online
A pre-recorded video from Netball Cayman incorporating music to celebrate netball, movement and community engagement. Lead: Ms Teneisha Wilson, President.
Life-course
Thursday 19 November 15:00–16:00
Your Brain on Stress: What Men and Women Can Do for Brain Health Today
Online
Join Dr Tanya Destang-Beaubrun, Dr Ankit Chawla and Dr Aimie Apigian for a live discussion of brain health through midlife and ageing. The session connects women’s and men’s health with evidence, everyday circumstances and access to appropriate care and community support. Chaired by Christina Rowlandson and moderated by Ms Bonnie Bodden.
Community
Friday 20 November Time TBC
Paint Cayman Purple
Across participating workplaces, organisations and communities in the Cayman Islands
An invitation to individuals, workplaces and community groups across Cayman to wear purple and start a conversation about brain health and dementia, showing support for people living with dementia and their families and connecting others with opportunities to learn more.
Family & Caregivers
Saturday 21 November 10:00–13:30
ADACI Memory Café
Lucille Seymour Seniors Hall, Central Scranton Park
A welcoming community gathering hosted by the Alzheimer's and Dementia Association of the Cayman Islands, offering people living with dementia, families, carers and community members a chance to spend time together in a supportive setting. Contact info@adacayman.com (345) 924-4170 to book a place.
Cayman Islands gallery
Local hosts and contributors
Each activity listing identifies its host and contributors. These roles are specific to the activity; taking part does not automatically imply endorsement by an individual's employer or by another institution.
Meet the country team
The people bringing Cayman Islands's contribution together.
Dr Noviann McLean-Gregory
Priorities to develop together
The following is an emerging discussion focus for the country team, not an adopted national position. We welcome experience and evidence that can help test and refine it.
The question
How can existing services and expertise connect more effectively with practical support for people and families?
- Strengths to build on
- Existing clinical, community and voluntary-sector relationships and experience of supporting families.
- A possible local next step
- Identify a specific coordination or access difficulty, clarify the information needed and bring the relevant organisations into a focused follow-up discussion.
- Where regional cooperation could help
- Peer learning on navigation, service connections and appropriate innovation, adapted to local circumstances.
Find your way to take part
Stay connected: express interest in future work if you cannot contribute during this November's programme.
Beyond Summit week
The intention is to carry forward useful priorities, relationships and agreed next steps—not only repeat the events. Further work will depend on the people, responsibilities, resources and permissions agreed. Expressing interest does not create a commitment to organise an activity or join a project.
Interested in wider conversations? Explore the shared online programme and other country contributions. Please use the appropriate local service's contact route for immediate care enquiries; Summit registration is not a clinical referral service.
About this contribution
These activities form part of the Caribbean Brain Health Summit 2026, convened by Amagi Health. Local hosts lead their own agreed activities. For the current regional programme and ways to participate, visit amagisummit.org.
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