This September, as we mark World Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, we invite everyone to come together and open up conversations about dementia. At Dementia Pathfinders, we see this month as an opportunity to reflect on what more we can do to make our communities kinder, more informed, and more supportive of people living with dementia.

 

Awareness is the first step in changing perceptions, but it is an ongoing journey. We encourage everyone to start conversations about dementia, listen to the voices of those with lived experiences, and challenge the misconceptions that still exist. By listening and learning, we can help break down the barriers that contribute to stigma and isolation.

 

It’s also a time to commend the strength and resilience of people affected by dementia and to learn from their stories.

 

Let's use this month as a call to action, to open our hearts, minds, and communities to the reality of dementia, and work towards a kinder, more dementia-friendly world. Together we can continue the process of challenging stigma, shifting perceptions and expanding our understanding of dementia.