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Published by Vancouver Sun and/or The Province on Jan. 10, 2015.

Moyra Janet (nee Dart) Jones September 28, 1936-January 5,2015 Moyra, known to many, as the creator of the GENTLECARE program, passed away peacefully on the 5th of January under the care of the fine folks at Buchanan Lodge in New Westminster. Moyra was born in Lindsay Ontario, the only child of Leonard and Beulah Dart. Moyra went to school in Athens Ontario and after graduating from the University of Toronto as an OT/PT returned to work at the Ontario Hospital Brockville and the Ottawa Civic Hospital. Moyra married Robert (Bob) Jones in 1966 and their son Marc arrived a year later. The family, with dog and horse, relocated to Burnaby BC in 1974. After working at George Derby and Valleyview Hospitals for ten years Moyra , motivated by the impact of Dementia on her Father and Uncle, started her own consulting company, and developed a program to support the long term care and understanding of persons with Dementia. For the next twenty years Moyra lectured and travelled widely under her GENTLECARE banner providing training in 22 US States,7 Canadian Provinces, Italy, and Russia. Moyra's most successful book is, GENTLECARE: Changing the experience of ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE in a positive way, which families and caregivers still use today. Moyra always said the success of GENTLECARE was due in large measure to the support and contribution from family, friends and fellow professionals. Moyra was generous, compassionate, creative and courageous. She lived her life deliberately, consistent with her values and goals. In return Moyra had love, respect and support from family, friends and colleagues alike. Moyra also had a lifelong passion for the care of animals especially her beloved Bassett Hounds. There will be a Celebration of Moyra's Life for family and friends on Friday January 16 at 11 am, at Buchanan Lodge, 409 Blair Ave. New Westminster. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made in Moyra's name to the Salvation Army or the BCSPCA.

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Lisa & Harvey Knotts

July 2, 2015

We are very sorry to hear of Mrs. Jones has earned her wings. She was a formidable woman who made a remarkable impression upon those she met.

Our deepest condolences to each of you who were touched by Moyra.

May she rest in peace.

Patti Cumberford

January 13, 2015

Dear Bob, Mark and family,
My sincerest condolences for your loss. I am thinking of you all and pray for your peace and comfort in the days ahead. I had the great privilege of working with Moyra in the 80's, and again, the great honor of being part of her later days. She was a loving and caring women of humanity who, through her wisdom and guidance, impacted so many lives with her mentorship and teachings. Today we are blessed to have greater understanding and knowledge of dementia care because of the remarkable crusader in Moyra. I will cherish every precious moment I had with her, will think of her often, and will miss our special friendship. She was a blessing to so many and a special blessing to me.
With my kindest regards and deepest sympathy. Patti C

January 13, 2015

John D. Piacitelli

January 11, 2015

Bob and Mark,
I had the privilege and pleasure of working with Moyra for several years back in the 50s when I arranged with her to provide extensive training on GENTLECARE to caregivers throughout the state of Washington. I don't think there was anyone in the long-term care giving system at that time that was not influenced positively by her teaching and example. I will always be grateful for the opportunity this provided me to learn from her but especially to get to know her and love her for the wonderful caring person she was. She will always be remembered for how much she did to improve the provision of care in long term care facilities in Washington and wherever else she provided training in Gentlecare. My sincere condolences to both of you.
John P.

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Paul Smith

January 11, 2015

A true inspiration who provided hope and guidance to those like me, striving to find our voices to change the world for others to live more gently and with greater understanding. Forever indebted. Rest in peace

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Fabio Della Pietra

January 11, 2015

Ho avuto il piacere di incontrare per la prima volta questa donna oltre 10 anni fa, credo fosse il 2001, durante un convegno a Trieste. Moyra Jones, sono convinto che pochi di voi la conosceranno, aveva avuto un'intuizione "geniale", ovvero considerare le persone anziane sofferenti di demenza o Alzheimer semplicemente come persone, alle quali, con il progredire della malattia, inesorabile, si spengono progressivamente diverse lucette: la capacità di parlare, di riconoscere le persone care, di svolgere ciò che tutti svolgiamo quotidianamente ed in maniera autonoma, ad esempio anche solo pranzare o scherzare con chi ci sta vicino. Per consentire loro una vita dignitosa, nonostante la malattia, aveva elaborato un metodo, denominato Gentlecare, grazie al quale ha strutturato una serie di "protesi" di cura per costruire attorno alla persona un ambiente familiare e di attenzione, non solo per la persona anziana con demenza o Alzheimer ma anche attorno ai familiari ed alle cerchie amicali. Un approccio diverso. Moyra Jones non c'è più. Ci resta la sua "intuizione", ora strutturata in un metodo vero e proprio. Un'eredità importante che dovrebbe essere considerata maggiormente nella nostra vita di ogni giorno, un prezioso insegnamento da rivolgere non solo agli anziani, ma da cogliere come ispirazione tutte le volte che abbiamo a che fare con persone in difficoltà. Perché non ci sono dementi o matti, disabili o normodotati, rom o omosessuali, musulmani o cattolici, ci sono semplicemente persone. Con tutti i nostri limiti, lo siamo tutti. Condoglianze a Marc Jones e a tutta la famiglia.

Linda Hughes

January 10, 2015

Blessed are those who were able to have had Moyra touch their lives. Her passion, love, knowledge, contagious enthusiasm and energy for what she believed in will always be a part of my memories...along with her Butterflies.

My deepest condolences to All her family and friends

Nora Chambers

January 10, 2015

Dear Family and friends: I am so sorry to hear of Moyra's passing but so thankful to her for what she has contributed to the field of dementia. I was a young OT at Valleyview, almost 30 years ago when I was fortunate enough to have her as my mentor. That long ago she was pioneering interventions for individuals with dementia that were not readily accepted or understood. She taught me so much about the importance of environment in promoting the best function in our patients. She was always focused on improving the lives of the patients who lived with dementia.
My condolences to all her friends and family and gratefulness for what she contributed in making lives better for others.

Geoff Glave

January 10, 2015

So sorry to hear of Mrs. Jones's passing. She was an impressive woman and the world is worse off without her. Deepest condolences to Marc, Mr. Jones and all her family and friends.

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