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How to have a dementia-friendly Diwali

Religious festivals like Diwali are typically a time for family, feasting, dancing and celebration. However it can be difficult to know how to support a loved one with dementia.

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31 January 2019

World Dementia Council calls on world leaders to 'keep up pressure' in the fight against dementia – Alzheimer’s Society comment

Key world leaders including former UK Prime Minister David Cameron and UK Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Matt Hancock MP are today meeting at the World Dementia Council summit in London to find solutions to end the dementia crisis.

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Special offers on dementia training

To help your training budget go further, we offer a number of discounts and specials offers on our courses.

What is a dementia-friendly community?

A dementia-friendly community is a city, town or village where people with dementia are understood, respected and supported.

Age UK report reveals that 2.5 million older people have no one to turn to

In response to a new report by Age UK, that has revealed that millions of older people feel that they have no one to turn to for help and support.

Dementia Café – information and advice for people in a relaxed setting

Come along to one of our local cafes and have a cup of tea with someone who understands.

Dementia-friendly finance

Find out how financial services can become more dementia-friendly by reading our information and downloading your free resource.

Resources for professionals working with BAME communities

Discover resources for health and social care professionals working with people from black, Asian, and minority ethnic (BAME) communities, such as translated information, examples of good practice and outreach projects.

Involving young people with dementia and care homes

Alzheimer’s Society is encouraging the next generation to become dementia friendly.