Today, the updated inspiration guide Day activities for people with dementia was developed. The online magazine contains striking examples and practical tools for municipalities to strengthen their range of daytime activities. The inspiration guide was created by ZonMw Alzheimer Nederland, Movisie and the Association of Netherlands Municipalities (VNG). In the meantime, efforts are being made in 71 municipalities to achieve and improve the range of meaningful daily activities for people with dementia.

Participate in society

There are many ways to ensure that people with dementia and their loved ones can do me in our society. An overview is offering activities, such as preparing a dinner together by the Unforgettable Cooking Club, an information afternoon in a meeting center or an afternoon playing shuffleboard with fellow residents.

Investing in activities increases care-poor years

People with dementia feel better by being active and staying in contact with others. It proves the quality of life and contributes to health. That is one of the goals of the National Dementia Strategy 2021-2030. Julie Meerveld, advocacy manager, calls on municipalities: “Invest in meeting places with activities for people with dementia. Choose positive activities that match what people with dementia can do. That’s crucial. It offers structure during the week and breaks through isolation and keeps you fit. Increased you increase the number of care-free years and postpone the moment that extra care is needed.”

Inspiration from practice

In the online magazine there are many good examples from practice. The inspiration guide includes ‘best practices’ and striking examples from practice. Via a step-by-step plan and a section with tips from practice, you will quickly find tools and handles to get started right away. It also contains an inspiring interview with Dementia reporter Tamara van Ark.