Small changes help make a dementia friendly community - Alzheimer's Society

In this film we see Mary as she encounters people in her community, and see how a little bit of time and consideration for people living with dementia can make all the difference to their daily lives.
The film aims to encourage small businesses and organisations to take certain steps to help their business or organisation to become dementia friendly. These steps can be small but can make a huge difference to someone who is affected by dementias life
The film is shot from the point of view of Mary. Mary is a person who is affected by dementia.
The role 'Mary' is portrayed by an actress. The scenes featured in the film are fictional but are based on real life experiences.
A full transcript of this film is available here: www.alzheimers.org.uk/site/scr...
The Dementia Friendly Communities programme focuses on improving inclusion and quality of life for people with dementia. Our five year strategy includes a key ambition to work with people affected by dementia and key partners to define and develop dementia friendly communities. Dementia Friends is a key part of the Dementia Friendly Communities programme. The Prime Minister's challenge on dementia also includes an ambition to create communities that are working to help people live well with dementia.
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Who are we?
Alzheimer's Society is the leading support and research charity for people with dementia, their families and carers.
What is dementia?
The term 'dementia' is used to describe the symptoms that occur when the brain is affected by specific diseases and conditions. Symptoms of dementia include loss of memory, confusion and problems with speech and understanding.
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If you have concerns about Alzheimer's disease or about any other form of dementia, please contact the Alzheimer's Society National Dementia Helpline on 0300 222 1122.
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[@AngelaGGentile]

Canada and the whole world needs to take this kind of approach. Thanks for sharing. Great work!

[@kotibabu7]

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[@littledistractions]

Great filming! kept me watching to the end!

[@wendysharps6859]

That was spot on realy good

[@alzheimerssociety]

Take a look at this film where we see Mary, who has dementia, encounter people in her community. It demonstrates how a little bit of time and consideration can make all the difference to the daily lives of people with dementia. The film aims to encourage small businesses and organisations take steps towards becoming dementia friendly.
You can find out more about the Dementia Friendly Communities initiative here: bit.ly/1byLzaH

[@JimmFox]

Nicely done.

[@kotibabu7]

Hi, i am a qualified social worker. i have recently started to create Dementia Friendly communities in india..please suggest and share any literatu if you have. Email. [e-mail] www.ashdr.org