Dementia Friendly Communities

A Dementia Friendly Community is a place where people living with dementia feel respected, influential and supported. It could be a town, a neighbourhood, or even a shared interest group such as a choir or sports club.

DFC initiatives often involve making physical spaces easier to navigate through training for example, but they go much further than that. True dementia friendliness is about relationships, inclusion and enabling people living with dementia to keep doing the things that matter to them.

By working together, communities can reduce barriers, raise awareness and ensure people with dementia remain connected and active members of society.

Anyone! Formal or informal, new or established, local or interest-based groups - or even individuals living with dementia or caring for a loved one - are welcome to join and shape the network.

• Monthly online meetups (recorded if you can't make it) and quarterly in-person meetings.
• An online community space to engage, stay up to date and support each other (via Teams channel).
• Peer mentoring, training and development support.
• Free membership - no paperwork, just shared principles.
• A voice in shaping dementia policies and practice.
• Collaborative strength to champion community-centred support services.

• It’s a safe, collaborative space to connect and grow.
• We share tools, funding opportunities and ideas that build sustainability together.
• Every member can influence change at community and policy levels.

No formal application needed, just come as you are, whether you’ve got lived experience, are a carer, a volunteer or professional wishing to join the network. You can contact our team via the email below.

Toolkit Ready: Download the DFC Toolkit below to explore how to build and strengthen your community’s dementia friendliness.

Capacity-Building Workshops: Join our workshops to learn how to become an effective DFC, run dementia-inclusive activities, or explore Young Onset Dementia. These are open to everyone, regardless of membership status.