Social Life

It is important to be aware of how your social life affects you. A busy social life that once meant a great deal to you may make you uncomfortable now.

A network of people in the same situation can be a big help when you have a dementia disease. If you cannot find one in your community, perhaps you can be part of starting such a group. It may be necessary to have a health professional participate in creating such get-togethers.

Getting together with old friends can help strengthen your identity, but that requires openness and understanding of your illness.

• Getting together with people in the same situation gives you a chance to exchange experiences.
• Meeting places must be a safe haven, where no one feels labelled or left out.
• Find out what your community has to offer.
• Special services adapted to the needs of people living with dementia help counteract stress.