Dementia Awareness

Dementia is an umbrella term for a range of progressive disorders affecting the brain, the most common of which are Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia. It is more common in those over 65 years of age but can occur in younger people.

Dementia results in a progressive decline in multiple areas of function, including memory, reasoning, communication skills and the skills needed to carry out daily activities. Some people may also develop behavioural and psychological symptoms such as depression, psychosis, aggression, and eating problems, which can challenge the skills and capacity of carers and services. 

We understand that having dementia could be very challenging. As a result, our aim is to create an inclusive borough where all residents and visitors affected by dimentia are empowered. It is important to remember that you are not alone and we are here to support you.

Dementia Friendly Communities

The Dementia Friendly Communities is an Alzheimer’s Society initiative which aims to create communities around the UK which make daily living and activities easier and more accessible to people living with dementia. 

A Dementia Friendly Community should:

» Improve awareness and understanding around dementia.

» Encourage people with dementia and their carers to seek help and support.

» Enable people with dementia to feel included, independent and have more choice and control over their lives.

Age UK Richmond coordinates the activities of Dementia Friendly Communities in the borough in partnership with Richmond Council. Age UK intends to work with people living with dementia, organisations and businesses to achieve the aims of The Dementia Friendly Communities programme outlined by the Prime Minister's Challenge on Dementia 2020. 

We are encouraging people affected by dementia or organisations and businesses who are keen to become more dementia friendly to sign up to the Dementia Friendly initiative.

To sign up, please call 0203 816 0020 or email us by clicking here.

For further information, please visit our Careplace directory.