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Dementia Community is a Charitable Community Benefit Society, a membership cooperative that provides learning and networking opportunities for the dementia care community. For more information please visit our website: journalofdementiacare.co.uk
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Nominations are now OPEN for the UK Dementia Awards 2026

There are 15 awards open for nomination, celebrating outstanding individuals, teams, and organisations across care.

Start your nomination here:
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🧠 Latest news: Dementia risk reduction consensus published

The Nottingham Consensus on dementia risk reduction policy has been published, setting out 56 evidence-based recommendations to reduce dementia risk and tackle health inequalities.

👉 Read more: buff.ly/6pwZ0NP

#DementiaPrevention
February 13, 2026 at 2:03 PM
📣 Have you nominated yet?

The Technology and AI in Dementia Award calls for nominations celebrating the use of digital tools, assistive technology and AI to enhance independence, safety, and quality of life.

Nominate here!👉https://buff.ly/KDHweaW

#UKDA #Tech #Dementia
February 13, 2026 at 12:01 PM
📢 Missed our mouth care webinar?

Jane Peterson shared practical tips for supporting people reluctant to engage in mouth care.

▶️ Watch: buff.ly/2TpfyUr

❤️ Support our 2026 webinars: buff.ly/cWb80XC

#dementia #mouthcare
February 12, 2026 at 2:03 PM
📣 Have you nominated yet?

The Environmental Design Award calls for nominations for best use of Garden and Indoor/Outdoor Space. Recognising the value of spaces that support wellbeing through thoughtful, dementia-friendly design.

Nominate here!👉https://buff.ly/mlipBMb

#UKDA
February 12, 2026 at 11:30 AM
🏆 Latest news: NHS Excellence Awards – nominations now open 🏆

The NHS Excellence Awards are now open for nominations, celebrating local innovation and best practice across the NHS.

👉 Find out more and nominate here: buff.ly/3OQYuhS
February 12, 2026 at 9:01 AM
🌟 Latest news 🌟

A new reminiscence arts training & apprenticeship scheme in dementia care has been announced by the European Reminiscence Network, with the University of Greenwich.

📍 Woolwich, London | 5–6 March 2026
👉 Read more: journalofdementiacare.co.uk/training-in-...
February 11, 2026 at 2:03 PM
We’re seeking sponsors for the 2026 UK Dementia Awards.

An excellent opportunity to align your organisation with excellence in dementia care and celebrate alongside leaders across the sector.

30th April, Warwickshire

🔗 journalofdementiacare.co.uk/awards/ukda2...

#UKDementiaAwards #DementiaCare
February 11, 2026 at 12:02 PM
🌟 Join us for our next free webinar 🌟

🪧 Supporting People to Live Well with Dementia
🗓 Mon 23 Feb 2026 | ⏰ 2–3pm (UK)

Practical tools & insights from Skills for Care, Age UK Salford & Trafford and Beacon.

👉 Register: buff.ly/8UUYpyY

#DementiaCare
February 11, 2026 at 9:02 AM
🌟 Latest news 🌟

Healthwatch has launched a confidential, quick survey to gather feedback on health and social care services in England. Responses won’t affect care and will help inform service improvements.

View the survey:
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#Healthwatch #HaveYourSay
February 10, 2026 at 5:05 PM
🌙 Latest news

The International Longevity Centre explore the importance of good sleep for healthy ageing in a new webinar recording 🛌

Featuring Prof Derk-Jan Dijk on sleep, memory & insights from dementia home monitoring data.

👉 Watch & read more:
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#SleepHealth #Dementia
February 10, 2026 at 2:02 PM
📣 Have you nominated yet?

Home-Care Service Award calls for nominations of home-care providers who deliver high-quality, respectful, and relationship-based care in people’s own homes.

Start Now!👉https://buff.ly/A5GoAna

#EDI #Inclusion #UKDA
February 10, 2026 at 10:01 AM
💛 Our Editor’s Pick Is Well Worth a Read!

How the language we use shapes dementia care. Dr Joanna Marshall & colleagues propose a shift to “Behavioural Expressions of Need” inviting everyone supporting people with dementia to rethink terminology.

🔗 Read: buff.ly/9DRgKcq
February 10, 2026 at 9:01 AM
🌟 Latest News 🌟

Resources released to help care homes use data more effectively to enhance quality of care.

“These resources give care home staff practical ways to translate data into everyday decisions"

👉 Read more: buff.ly/irqHBnP
February 9, 2026 at 2:02 PM
📣 Have you nominated yet?

The EDI in Practice: Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Award calls for nominations of inclusive practices that reflect the diversity of our communities and ensures equitable access to support.

👉https://buff.ly/33iamEv

#EDI #Inclusion #UKDA #DementiaCommunity
February 9, 2026 at 12:02 PM
🌟 Latest news 🌟

The Disabled Facilities Grant has been increased by £50m, bringing total funding to £761m for 2025–26.

Announced by the UK Government, the funding is expected to help around 5,000 more people access home adaptations and assistive technology.

Read more:
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February 8, 2026 at 8:00 AM
📢 Final Call!

🪧 Transforming Mouth Care Challenges into Success
🗓 Mon 9 Feb 2026 | ⏰ 2–3pm (UK) | 💷 Free

Practical strategies for supporting people reluctant to engage in mouth care, with Jane Peterson.

👉 Register:
buff.ly/fO1YI1y
February 7, 2026 at 9:00 AM
📣 Welcome Isabelle Latham to the Dementia Community Board!

With 30 years’ experience in social care, Isabelle brings passion and insight to help connect, inspire and strengthen the dementia community.

👉 Learn more: buff.ly/UvLB8PD

#Welcome #DementiaCommunity
February 6, 2026 at 12:09 PM
💛 Have You Read Our Editor's Pick Yet?

How the language we use shapes dementia care. Dr Joanna Marshall & colleagues propose a shift to “Behavioural Expressions of Need” inviting everyone supporting people with dementia to rethink terminology.

🔗 Read: buff.ly/9DRgKcq
February 6, 2026 at 10:01 AM
🌟 Latest news 🌟

A new initiative, Power of Attorney Day, has been launched by Carers UK and Standard Life and will run on Wednesday 22 April 2026.

Read more here:
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#PowerOfAttorneyDay #CarersUK #UnpaidCarers
February 5, 2026 at 2:03 PM
🌟4 Days to Go! 🌟

🪧 Transforming Mouth Care Challenges into Success
🗓 Mon 9 Feb 2026 | ⏰ 2–3pm (UK) | 💷 Free

Practical strategies for supporting people reluctant to engage in mouth care, with Jane Peterson.

👉 Register:
buff.ly/fO1YI1y
February 5, 2026 at 9:01 AM
🌟 Latest news 🌟

Leeds Beckett University is leading a new project to help care home staff better support older people with complex needs, including dementia and multiple health conditions. Funded by NIHR.

Read more:
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February 4, 2026 at 2:03 PM
📢 Join our Special Interest Group: Dementia in Prisons

Dementia Community, with Meeting Centres Scotland and Age UK Salford & Trafford, invite colleagues in GP, Psychiatry and criminal justice law to join our SIG.

Register your interest (QR on graphic): buff.ly/9IG81B4
February 4, 2026 at 10:01 AM
📣 The January Dementia Community newsletter is out now for members!

Not a member yet? Sign up today 👉 t.co/Mfkf4XVN9Y

#dementiacommunity #member
February 3, 2026 at 2:01 PM
🌟 Latest News 🌟

Registered nurses wanted for focus groups on opportunities and challenges in adult social care.

Read more here 👉 buff.ly/lFD5FZg

#AdultSocialCare #RegisteredNurses #NursingResearch #DementiaCare #LatestNews
February 3, 2026 at 12:15 PM
🌟 Latest news 🌟

Following its launch in 2024, Dementia UK is continuing its free online programme Dementia: What Next?. Led by Admiral Nurses, the sessions offer expert guidance for people living with dementia and their families on key questions and next steps.

Read more here:
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February 3, 2026 at 9:01 AM