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Dementia

Living well with Dementia

Dementia can affect the whole life of the person who has it, as well as their family. If you have been diagnosed with dementia, or you are caring for someone with the condition, remember that there is advice and support available to help you live well. The NHS choices website provides lots of helpful information on things you can do to help you live well with dementia which can be accessed here .

Dementia Friendly Communities

People with dementia and memory impairments want to remain independent for as long as possible but they and their carers often talk about the everyday challenges they face trying to ‘live well’ with their condition. This can include difficulties in navigating around due to poor signage, remembering pin numbers in shops, banks and post offices, using public transport and maintaining social contact.

Dementia Friendly Communities aim to:

  • Support local communities to work together and respond more positively towards those individuals living with dementia or memory impairments.
  • Increase public awareness and understanding of dementia and memory impairments and how it affects a person’s ability to complete daily activities.
  • Better support individuals living with dementia and memory impairments to continue accessing services, facilities and activities safely and confidently.
  • Enable people living with dementia and memory impairments to remain independent for longer and have more choice and control over their lives. 
  • Encourage people with dementia and memory impairments and their carers to seek help and support.

We have launched Dementia-Friendly Communities in Stokenchurch, Great Missenden, Buckingham, Burnham and Denham encouraging all communities in the county to become Dementia-Friendly. Download our toolkit to find out how you can get involved.

To find out more about how you can get involved in your community becoming dementia friendly contact: Gemma Workman on 01296 387821 or email dfcommunities@buckscc.gov.uk

Last reviewed: 07/01/2016

Useful links:

For more Information on the facts and figures about dementia and the different types of dementia click on the links below:

Alzheimer’s Society

Age UK

Dementia UK

Click here to download the Dementia Friendly Communities toolkit for businesses.

Click here to download the toolkit for communities

View the following videos on YouTube:

Why we need Dementia-Friendly communities

Small things make a big difference

Further information:

If you are concerned about your memory or that of a relative or friend, you should contact your GP. Alternatively, if you have any questions or would like further information you can also contact Buckinghamshire County Council on 01296 383204 or email adultearlyhelpteam@buckscc.gov.uk.