Dementia Facts…
Dementia is more than problems with memory…
Dementia is a syndrome that affects a person’s ability to remember, think, make decisions and complete everyday tasks.
If you are worried please speak to your GP.
There is education available for people with dementia to learn about their condition / diagnosis…
In Cardiff and the Vale we have groups to support a person who has received a diagnosis of dementia.
Organisations such as Alzheimer’s Society, SOLACE, Effro, Admiral Nurses, Carers Wales offer support to unpaid carers and opportunities to connect with wider services.
Alzheimer’s Society run Carer Information Support Programmes (CRISP) for carers of people with dementia and an online peer support group.
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Cardiff and Vale host several Dementia Cafés that are free to attend…
Dementia Cafés are a place to come and connect with others who might be having similar experiences so you can relax and chat in an inclusive environment.
Dementia Cafés take place in Cyncoed, Llanishen and Fairwater and online.
Tools / documents such as Read About me can enable the care and support of a person with dementia to be focused on them as an individual…
‘Read About Me’ is a booklet you can complete so staff know more about you – your life, preferences and care plans.
About Elf Day
On the 2nd December 2022, people across the UK, including the Cardiff and Vale Dementia Learning and Development Team are dressing up as elves to raise money and awareness for the Alzheimer’s Society
Here’s some useful information they’d like to share with you:
Are you a person with dementia or an unpaid carer of a person with dementia?
Find out about local support:
Are you a business who would like to become dementia friendly or learn more about dementia?
Find out more about support featured on this page
Call Dementia Connect on 0333 150 3456 or 03300 947 400 (Welsh) to be put in touch with a dementia adviser who can provide information and support and signpost you to services in your area.
Whoever you are you, if you want to understand more about living with dementia, caring for someone with dementia or becoming a dementia friend, please contact the Dementia Learning and Development Team at