Dementia Action Week: 20-26 May

Dementia Action Week (20 - 26 May 2019) unites people, workplaces, schools and communities to take action and improve the lives of people living with dementia.

Almost all of us know someone affected by dementia. But too many people living with dementia report feeling cut off from their community, losing their friendships and facing dementia alone.

Having dementia shouldn't mean an isolated life. And it doesn't have to. Simple actions from us all can create supportive communities - where people living with the condition can continue to socialise with others, hop on the bus, go to their favourite shops or take part in local activities for as long as possible.

We all have a role to play in making the UK a dementia-friendly place to live and that's what Dementia Action Week is all about.

Being physically active can improve your memory and help you to maintain cognitive function as you get older. Make your Move to move a little more. Moving more can improve the quality of life of people in all stages of dementia. Being active provides a valuable opportunity to socialise with others, maintain independence, improve memory, and mood.