What is a dementia friendly community?
It's vital that people living with dementia feel recognised, valued and supported in their local community.
By learning just a little bit more about dementia, and making some simple but practical changes, you can make a big difference.
What is a dementia friendly community?
A dementia friendly community is made up of anyone who wants to come together to make their local area more welcoming for people living with dementia.
Everyone from shop assistants, public service workers, faith groups, businesses, police, fire and ambulance staff; to bus drivers, school pupils, local clubs and societies, and community leaders.
How your community can become dementia friendly
If you would like to get your community involved in being more dementia friendly, email [email protected] for information and guidance or call our Freephone 24 hour Dementia Helpline on 0808 808 3000.
You can also find dementia friendly resources below, along with information on how you, your family or your workplace can become a Dementia Friend.