Dementia-friendly Communities and Resources

Dementia-friendly Communities and Resources

Help us make Washington State more dementia-friendly--get involved!

Dementia Friends Washington

• Dementia Friends is a global movement that is changing the way people think, act, and talk about dementia.

Dementia Friendly Washington Learning Collaborative

• Support for individuals that organize, facilitate, or participate in dementia-friendly community efforts in Washington State.

Other Resources

• Conference – Collaborating for a Dementia Friendly Washington, September 2021
• Dementia Friendly Fact Sheet | Expanded Version
• Dementia Friends Program Evaluation/Research Brief
• Dementia Friendly Program How-to Guides
  • January 24, 2018 - The Alzheimer’s Café Model: A Guide to Getting Started in Your Community (PDF)
    • Alzheimer’s Café Model: A How-To Guide
      • An Introduction to Washington State (PDF)
      • Steps to Success (PDF)
  • Busting Dementia Stigma: One Children’s Book at a Time
    • Handout (PDF)
    • Poster (PDF, 11"x17")
  • May 24, 2018 – Dementia Friendly Walking Groups: A Start-Up Guide for Community Based Organizations
  • Dementia-Friendly Walking Groups: A guide for community-based organizations (PDF)