World Alzheimers Day
World Alzheimer’s Day takes place on 21 September and is part of World Alzheimer’s Month. This year, we’re talking about dementia – and urging everyone to join in the conversation by becoming Dementia Friends.
Let’s talk about dementia
This World Alzheimer’s Month, we are highlighting the importance of talking about dementia. We want to raise awareness of how it impacts the daily lives of people affected by the condition and challenge the stigma that surrounds it.
We know that receiving a dementia diagnosis can leave a person feeling very alone. We have also spoken to primary carers who feel isolated since their loved one received a diagnosis. But you are not alone — Alzheimer’s Society is here to support you.
Let’s shine a spotlight on dementia and highlight how taking the time to talk about dementia can have a huge impact for people affected by it.
Every September, people come together from all around the world to raise awareness and to challenge the stigma that persists around dementia. September 2021 marks the 10th year of this vital global awareness raising campaign.
21 September also marks World Alzheimer’s Day. For ADI, World Alzheimer’s Day typically coincides with the launch of our World Alzheimer Report. In 2021, our report will focus on diagnosis.
It is only through a truly global effort that we can raise much needed awareness and challenge the stigma and misinformation that still surrounds dementia, and we are calling on everyone to do something during September, however small or large, through our campaign ‘Know Dementia, Know Alzheimer’s’.
How do I get involved?
There are many ways to get involved with World Alzheimer’s Month, whether it be sharing messages on social media or attending events put on by your local Alzheimer’s association. No action is too small.