Supporting communities where people with dementia can live and thrive.

Dementia Friendly Iowa promotes change and education in communities to create a more welcoming, safe, and respectful space for people living with dementia and their caregivers.

Dementia Friendly Iowa is an initiative of the Northeast Iowa Area Agency on Aging.

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Find a Dementia Friends Session near you.

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The Dementia Friendly Iowa interns from Wartburg College have offered several Dementia Friends sessions in the last few weeks, educating fellow classmates and community members about dementia and how to support people who are living with it. 💜

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Our team has been busy! Check out this video recap

Our team has been busy! Check out this video recap of our October & November sessions offered by volunteers all across Iowa. It's incredible to see the variety — from Girl Scouts to assisted living communities, financial institutions to day spas, and everywhere in between! Thank you to our volunteers, new Dementia Friends, and Dementia Friendly Organizations 🥳

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Thank you to Care Initiatives Hospice - Sioux City

Thank you to Care Initiatives Hospice - Sioux City for becoming a Dementia Friendly Organization with Chris! We appreciate the steps you are taking to better serve clients who are living with dementia. 💜

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You're never too young to be a Dementia Friend! Thank you to these Girl Scouts for becoming Dementia Friends with Champion, Denise! 💙💜💛🧡

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