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It’s critical to understand how to best approach situations involving someone who is living with dementia. 

We are all First Responders in an emergency!

Core Overviews & Process

Understanding the DFA model is the first step toward transforming neighborhoods into safe spaces for those with memory loss. [1]

  • Dementia Friends Overview: Learn how to recognize the signs of dementia and the basics of becoming a "Dementia Friend".

  • The 4-Step Process: A practical, phased guide on how cities and neighborhoods can build a dementia-friendly community from the ground up. 

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