Five simple ways to help someone living with dementia

  • 1. Respect and dignity
    Focus on what the person can do, not what they can’t.
  • 2. Be a good listener and be friendly
    Support and accept the person, be patient.
  • 3. Do one little thing
    Cook a meal or run an errand, it all helps.
  • 4. Make time for everyone
    Partners, children and grandchildren will be affected. Could you do something to help one of them?
  • 5. Find out more
    Understanding dementia makes living with it easier.

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