Dementia information

Staying healthy

Dementia and brain health

Looking after your brain health is an important part of staying well as you get older. While there is no guaranteed way to prevent dementia, research shows that healthy lifestyle choices can help reduce your risk and improve your overall health and wellbeing.

The Dementia and Brain Health pages bring together practical information, trusted advice and local opportunities to help you stay active, connected and independent. They also provide information on recognising memory concerns, where to seek support, and how to access local services across Bolton.

Move more

Being physically active benefits both your body and your brain. Regular physical activity can help reduce your risk of dementia by improving heart health, reducing the risk of diabetes and supporting mental wellbeing.

Useful links to help you keep moving:

Stop smoking and reduce alcohol

Stopping smoking and cutting down on alcohol reduces your risk of dementia and other long-term conditions.

Useful information to support you in stopping smoking:

Stay connected

Staying socially active supports brain health and reduces loneliness. Local groups, volunteering and community activities all help.

Useful information to help keep you connected:

Diverse communities

Trusted community organisations across Bolton help make sure information and support reflect people's community, culture and language.

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Sleep and mental wellbeing

Good sleep and positive mental wellbeing both contribute to a healthier brain as you age.

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Hearing and vision

Looking after your hearing and eyesight matters for brain health — regular checks catch problems early.

Useful websites:

NHS Hearing Loss - signs, causes and support

NHS Eye Health - looking after your eyesight