September is World Alzheimer’s Month. It’s a great time to raise awareness, challenge stigma and provides an opportunity for all of us to stand together with people with dementia and their families. Communities across the world will come together under this year’s theme: “Ask About Dementia, Ask about Alzheimer’s”.
There are more than 64,000 people living with dementia in Ireland. With this number expected to more than double by 2045, many of us are going to be living with dementia, or supporting a loved one with the condition.
With your support, the Dementia: Understand Together campaign continues to grow. There are now more than 60 partner organisations and over 1600 Community Champions becoming involved in support and education programmes, and communities are creating safe, welcoming spaces where people living with dementia feel seen, respected, and included. This September, let’s start with one small but powerful action: “Ask about dementia, Ask about Alzheimer’s”
Training and Resources:
Join the network of Community Champions:
www.understandtogether.ie/get-involved
We have lots of helpful tools to support you to create your own dementia inclusive community. These include dementia awareness training and guidance:
www.understandtogether.ie/training-resources/training-and-resources
A range of promotional and information materials, such as leaflets, posters, handbooks, badges and window/door stickers, can be downloaded or ordered free of charge. Select ‘dementia’ from the dropdown menu: www.healthpromotion.ie
Please share this 5 minute training video with any staff, volunteers or members to highlight the simple actions we can all take to make a difference:
www.understandtogether.ie/lets-talk-dementia/learn-listen-link.html
If you need advice or support, please email:
