Dementia is one of the greatest public health challenges of our time—but behind every statistic is a person, a family, and a story. In this article, Alexandra Piatkowski shares why supporting older adults and caregivers is deeply personal and professional, and why community conversations like No More Silent Battles are essential to building more compassionate, age-friendly communities.

Public health is everywhere—but too often, its impact goes unnoticed. In recognition of Canadian Public Health Week and National Public Health Week, this article explores why storytelling is one of public health's most powerful tools. From loneliness and healthy aging to community engagement and health equity, discover why making the invisible visible is essential to building healthier, more connected communities.