Ludwigshafen introduces new program for people with dementia!

Ludwigshafen introduces new program for people with dementia!

Something big is happening in Ludwigshafen: For the first time, the city has launched a comprehensive event program on the topic of dementia. In the second half of the year, numerous offers for those affected, their relatives and interested parties will be bundled under the title “Living with Dementia in Ludwigshafen”. This reports Rhine Palatinate.

The editor of the program booklet is the “Dementia Competence Center”, which works in close cooperation with various institutions in the Dementia Association. In the future, the brochure will appear twice a year and will be available in city senior citizens' clubs, citizens' offices, adult education centers, care centers and clinics. For anyone who doesn't manage to grab the printed version, you can download the magazine online at ludwigshafen.de/demenzverbund.

Powerful network for those affected

The Dementia Association Ludwigshafen is an important cross-agency network and is made up of institutions and organizations that deal with care, advice, medicine, culture and volunteer work. The aim of the network is to give people with dementia and their relatives a helping hand, which is supported by regular events and projects. Ludwigshafen.de emphasizes that the competence unit is responsible for bundling information, offers and contact persons.

However, it's not just about events: The program booklet "Living with Dementia in Ludwigshafen" also provides information about cultural and supportive offers that support those affected and their relatives.

Information for relatives and those affected

In order to openly communicate the topic of dementia, the Federal Ministry for Senior Citizens has set up a comprehensive knowledge and help network. It aims to educate people about dementia, reduce fear of contact and promote the participation of those affected in social life. The central online portal “Dementia Guide” plays a crucial role. Furthermore, regional support networks are supported through the federal program “Local Alliances for People with Dementia”. Information about this can also be found on the ministry's website bmfsfj.de reported.

In addition, the German Alzheimer Society offers an Alzheimer's telephone that provides those affected and their relatives with useful information about the diagnosis, progression of the disease and therapy. We are available Monday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. - an important offer for anyone who has questions or is looking for support.

Overall, it can be seen that Ludwigshafen is taking an important step towards a better quality of life for people with dementia and their relatives. The new event program and the diverse support offers are great approaches to making important issues more heard. It will be exciting to see how these initiatives develop further!