See the person first, not the disease.
Friendsgiving! ~~~~ November 18th 2025 ~~~~
Friendsgiving! ~~~~ November 18th 2025 ~~~~
A Virtual Event on November 18
Join us for this “potluck” celebration of our lively and growing dementia-friendly movement! Let’s acknowledge—together—how far the movement has come and rededicate ourselves to this important work. We’ll be sharing our gratitude for people and organizations from every corner of the dementia-friendly movement and sharing what’s to come for DFA.
This event is appropriate for all kinds: people living with dementia, care partners, aging services professionals, volunteers in the movement, business owners interested in dementia-friendly practices, state and local leaders who want to bring dementia-friendly practices to their jurisdictions, and ANY individual who wants to learn about and be inspired by the dementia-friendly movement.
Welcome to Dementia Friendly Indiana Communities. A place for everyone, where we can build a better community one idea at a time.
Resources
Looking for a support group in your area?
Are you living with dementia or are a care partner?
Want a resource guide to give you some direction?
Take a look at this resource. Free downloadable version.
Most families and caregivers report they are not prepared for life with dementia and that they would welcome some type of “Road Map.” This document is designed to be just that. It provides a look at the big picture and the road ahead—and offers direction and tips about what to expect, what decisions lie ahead, and what steps to take.
Dementia Friendly Businesses have existed in Indiana since 2016, helping families affected by dementia. They create a welcoming and comfortable environment by training staff and adapting their spaces to be easier to navigate for those with changing cognitive abilities.
Dementia Friendly Business Train the Trainer sessions are free and perfect for organizations that want to teach their employees how to interact with customers who have dementia and to promote a dementia-friendly community.
Train the Trainer sessions for Dementia Friendly Businesses:
If you are looking to become a trainer because you are active in your dementia friendly community, or are a business that would like to lead your employees through this training to enhance your customer service, sign up for our live on-line train the trainer opportunity.
With this training you will receive access to training materials and become part of the network of trainers across Indiana.
We are part of the Dementia Friendly America Network.
Dementia Friendly America is committed to fostering community support for people living with dementia and their essential care partners so they can safely remain and continue to engage in the community.