Angela Rippon, Dementia Friendly Communities, Progress and the Future - Alzheimer's Society

Co-Chair of the Dementia Friendly Communities Champions Group Angela Rippon talks about the amazing progress made so far for the Prime Minister's challenge on dementia and what they hope to achieve in the next six months.

The Dementia Friendly Communities programme focuses on improving inclusion and quality of life for people with dementia. Our five year strategy includes a key ambition to work with people affected by dementia and key partners to define and develop dementia friendly communities. The Prime Minister's challenge on dementia also includes an ambition to create communities that are working to help people live well with dementia.

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Alzheimer's Society is the leading support and research charity for people with dementia, their families and carers.

What is dementia?

The term 'dementia' is used to describe the symptoms that occur when the brain is affected by specific diseases and conditions. Symptoms of dementia include loss of memory, confusion and problems with speech and understanding.

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