Living well with Dementia

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Practical tips for daily living

There are lots of things you do to live well with dementia. You can continue to do the things you enjoy and try new things.

Read our factsheet Practical tips for living well with dementia.

You can order copies by calling our Helpline at 1800 341 341

Below are some approaches you can use to live well:

Stay Active

Stay Active

Try to do at least 30 minutes of moderate activity every day. 

Socialise

Socialise

Try to keep in touch with your family and friends and with any clubs or hobbies you have. 

Brain exercise

Brain exercise

Keep your brain active, continue to do the things you always did or try something new.  

Build routines

Build routines

Establish routines and daily habits so you have a structure to your day 

Eat Healthy

Eat Healthy

Eat a balanced diet, eat regularly and include healthy snacks during the day. 

Technology

Technology

Assistive technology can help support and enable people with dementia to live more independently.

More information

About Alzheimer Ireland

The Society was founded in 1982 by a small group of people who were caring for a family member with Alzheimer's Disease or a related dementia. Find out what we do, contact us and more

About our services

We offer a range of services for people with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, their families and carers. All our services operate using the philosophy of person centred care.

Featured Events

Fundraising is an extremely important source of revenue for our services and takes place locally across Ireland as well as through national events and campaigns. We aim is to raise €5 million a year.

Campaigns

The Alzheimer Society of Ireland has, since it was founded, campaigned on behalf of people with dementia and their carers to improve the lives of all those affected by dementia.

Shop

We have many items available for sale through our shop. Buy these items will help raise much needed funds for The Society to continue providing vital service all around the country.