Dementia Action Week, taking place from Monday 19th May to Sunday 25th May 2025, is a national initiative led by the Alzheimer’s Society and supported by organisations, communities, and individuals across the UK.
It is a vital opportunity to raise awareness, improve understanding, and inspire action to support those living with Dementia and the Carers who support them.
🧠 What is Dementia?
Dementia is an umbrella term for a range of progressive neurological conditions that affect memory, thinking, behaviour, and the ability to perform everyday activities.
There are many different types of Dementia, with Alzheimer’s disease being the most common.
Dementia is not a natural part of ageing — it is caused by diseases of the brain.
While it is more common in people over 65, younger people can also be affected.
Living with Dementia can be challenging, not just for the individual, but also for the family members and friends who take on caring responsibilities. Raising awareness and promoting understanding helps create a more inclusive and supportive society for everyone affected.
💬 Why Dementia Action Week Matters
Dementia Action Week is about more than just raising awareness — it is about taking action.
By improving knowledge and understanding, we can tackle stigma, encourage early diagnosis, and ensure that those living with Dementia and their Carers have access to the support they need.
Key aims of Dementia Action Week include:
- Raising public understanding of what Dementia is and how it affects individuals and families.
- Encouraging people to seek help early if they are concerned about memory problems.
- Promoting Dementia-friendly communities, where people living with Dementia feel supported, understood, and included.
- Highlighting the vital role of unpaid Carers, who provide incredible support to loved ones living with Dementia.
🌍 How You Can Support Dementia Action Week
Everyone has a part to play in making a difference. Here are a few ways you can get involved:
- Learn more about Dementia: Take some time to understand the different types of Dementia and how they affect people.
- Start conversations: Talk with friends, family, and colleagues about Dementia to help normalise the conversation.
- Challenge misconceptions: Help tackle stigma by sharing accurate information and encouraging understanding.
- Support Carers: Acknowledge and appreciate the incredible work of those caring for someone living with Dementia.
- Promote kindness and patience: Small acts of patience and empathy can make everyday situations easier for someone living with Dementia.
Together, we can create a society that is more inclusive, supportive, and empowering for those living with Dementia and their Carers. While a diagnosis can be life-changing, it does not define a person.
By working together, raising awareness, and taking positive action, we can build communities where everyone affected by Dementia feels valued, understood, and supported.
This week — and every week — let’s take action for a better future for people living with Dementia and those who care for them.
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