An estimated 5.4 million people in the United States and more than 120,000 Massachusetts residents are living with dementia, which is a general term for changes in thinking such as memory loss and difficulty planning and communicating. Dementia may be caused by Alzheimer’s disease or other conditions. Despite the widespread impact of dementia, lack of information, fear, and stigma can prevent those affected from feeling safe, socially connected, and able to thrive in their communities.
Dementia Friendly Massachusetts Initiative
