Help make the Greater Williamsburg Area Dementia Friendly!
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The number of people living with dementia is growing. People living with dementia are all around us: at restaurants, the grocery store, our neighborhoods and work places, without us even realizing.
- 5.2 Million individuals 65+ had Alzheimer’s in 2016
- This number will be 13.8M by 2050
- It takes an average of 6 to 12 years before a person dies of dementia
- Individuals usually only live the last 2 or 3 years in a facility.
Everyone has a role to play in recognizing people with dementia as a part of their community and supporting their independence, value and inclusion. A dementia friendly community is a place where people living with dementia:
- Are able to live good lives
- Have the ability to live as independently as possible
- Continue to be part of their communities
- Are met with understanding
- Are given support where necessary
A dementia friendly business is a supportive, prepared and knowledgeable place for people with dementia and their care partners to visit or be employed. Business benefits include:
- Recognition as a community partner and social leader
- Increased customer satisfaction
- Opportunities for publicity and marketing
- Increased employee satisfaction
- Providing better customer service for all customers
Business Registration
The Chamber’s Dementia Friendly Williamsburg Action Team can provide your business with the tools and training needed to become a dementia friendly business. There is no charge for this assistance and training. Businesses should contact Diane Hartley to get started.
Individual Registration
Individuals can watch this video. Once completed, click on the register button below to be registered as a Dementia Friend and receive your Dementia Friend certificate.
In-Person Sessions
Want to attend an in-person information session with your neighbors or co-workers. Sessions can be arranged for groups of 10 or more. Please complete the request form below and you will be contacted to schedule an information session.