Building Dementia-Friendly Communities Together

The Collaborating for a Dementia-Friendly Washington: Building Momentum conference brought together leaders, advocates, and care professionals from across the state — including many from our Area Agency on Aging (AAA) network — to share innovative ways to support people living with dementia and their care partners.

It was amazing to learn first-hand what our partners are achieving with programs like Memory Cafés, dementia-friendly transportation initiatives, and culturally tailored community models that celebrate inclusion and connection. These efforts highlight the powerful role of local partnerships — particularly AAAs — in building communities where every person affected by dementia can thrive.

Through collaboration, education, and creativity, we’re continuing to make Washington a place where living well with dementia is possible everywhere.

Andrea Yip (Aging King County) and Aimee Verrall (NW GWEC) connecting at the weaving table.
Andrea Yip (Aging King County) and Aimee Verrall (NW GWEC) connecting at the weaving table.

🔗 Learn more about the Dementia-Friendly Washington Initiative