World Alzheimer's Day is a global opportunity to raise awareness around, educate, encourage support of and demystify dementia. WHY IS WORLD ALZHEIMER'S DAY IMPORTANT.
Globally, dementia is one of the biggest challenges we face, with nearly 50 million people living with dementia worldwide. To tackle this international dementia challenge, we need to work together and share best practice with one another. This is why Alzheimer's Society has committed to work with partners on global research and campaigning, as well as sharing our learning, best practice and experience with one another.HOW TO GET INVOLVED: There are many ways to get involved with World Alzheimer’s Day:
- Share a social media post on 21 September with #WorldAlzheimersDay. Visit the website below for graphics to help you spread the word.
- Register to volunteer at a local Memory Walk
- Organise or take part in a fundraising event
- Make a donation and provide help and hope to people living with dementia