World Alzheimer’s Month is a global opportunity to raise awareness around, educate, encourage support of and demystify dementia. This year’s theme, ‘Know Dementia, Know Alzheimer’s,’ continues on from the 2021 campaign, which focused on diagnosis, the warning signs of dementia, the continued effect of COVID-19 on the global dementia community and more.
In 2022, the campaign has a focus on post-diagnosis support. Following recent developments in both dementia treatment and support, the campaign will aim to highlight the importance of support for people living with dementia and families following a diagnosis.
Learn more about the month here, and here.
You can also download the publications catalogue here, which contains information for people diagnosed with dementia, carers, and information about support services and resources.
World Alzheimer’s Day takes place during World Alzheimer’s Month and is on 21 September every year.
Local Events
As part of the month, events are taking place across Stafforshire, see below:
Stoke-on-Trent Memory Walk will take place on Sunday 18 September at Westport Lake from 10am to 12pm. For more information click here to view the poster. To book your free place, please click here and help make a difference to those affected by dementia.
Burntwood Memory Walk will also take place on Sunday 18 September from Sankey’s Corner at 12.45pm for a 1pm start and finishing at Swan Island. If you would like to take part in the walk, please register your interest here.