Dementia information

Community support

Staying connected with other people, taking part in community activities and accessing local support can all contribute to better brain health and overall wellbeing.

Whether you're looking to meet new people, become more active, volunteer or find support for yourself or someone you care for, Bolton has a wide range of community groups, organisations and activities to help you stay connected and independent.

Community activities

Getting involved in local activities can improve wellbeing, reduce loneliness and help people remain active in their community.

Community Champions

Community Champions help share trusted health and wellbeing information within their local communities. They encourage residents to access local services, activities and support, helping to improve health, reduce inequalities and strengthen community connections.
 

Volunteering

Volunteering is a great way to stay active, meet new people, develop new skills and make a positive difference within your community.

Diverse communities

Everyone should be able to access information, advice and support in a way that reflects their community, culture, language and individual needs. Across Bolton, a wide range of organisations work with residents from all backgrounds to promote brain health, raise awareness of dementia and reduce health inequalities.

Support is available through organisations serving Bolton's diverse communities, including White British communities, South Asian communities, Black communities, faith groups and other local community organisations, helping people stay connected, active and informed.

​​​Dementia friendly communities

Dementia-friendly communities help people living with dementia remain active, included and supported. Across Bolton, organisations, businesses and community groups are working together to create welcoming, accessible environments where people affected by dementia can continue to live well.

  • Bolton Dementia Support
  • Dementia Friends
  • Alzheimer's Society
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Carers and families

Supporting someone living with dementia can be rewarding, but it can also be challenging. Advice, information and local support are available for unpaid carers, families and friends.

  • Bolton Carers Support
  • Age UK Bolton
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Community events

Find local events, awareness sessions, workshops and activities taking place across Bolton, including opportunities to learn more about brain health, healthy ageing and dementia.

  • Let's Keep Bolton Moving events
  • Healthwatch Bolton events
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Community conversations

Some of the best information about brain health and dementia doesn't come from a leaflet - it comes from talking to people. Across Bolton we run informal sessions where you can ask questions, share what you know, and hear from others in your community.

  • Dementia Hubs - drop-in sessions across the borough
  • Pop-up information events - at markets, community centres and local events
  • Library sessions - with Bolton Libraries
  • Faith venue sessions - working with mosques, churches and other faith groups
  • Healthwatch engagement - sharing what residents tell us
  • Community Champion outreach - trusted local voices sharing information within their own networks