Washington State Plan to Address Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias
In January 2016, Washington state released State Plan to Address Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias. The State Plan identifies goals, strategies and recommendations as a blueprint for action. Read the State Plan.
Leading the charge to implement the plan is the Dementia Action Collaborative – a group of public-private partners committed to preparing Washington State for the growth of the dementia population.
The Dementia Action Collaborative hosts two meetings each year that are open to the public. The dates for this year are April 23, 2020 and September 23, 2020. Learn more about the 2020 DAC Meetings.
Dementia Action Collaborative Information and Resources
Resources for Individuals and Families – DAC creates resources for the public to raise awareness of the many issues and concerns surrounding dementia-related care and to help individuals with dementia and their families prepare for daily challenges and the road ahead. Including:
- Dementia Road Map: A Guide for Family and Care Partners English | Spanish
- For a paper copy, please send your name and mailing address to dementiaroadmap@dshs.wa.gov.
- Dementia Safety Info Kit
Resources & Tools for Providers – DAC creates, and partners with others to make available, resources for providers to enhance the quality of care for people with dementia. Click here to find information on Brief Cognitive Screening Tools and newly released guidelines for Primary Care Providers.