Dementia Action Week, which runs from 19-25 May, is a national campaign, coordinated by The Alzheimer’s Society.
The aim of the week is to raise awareness about the disease and encourage more people who are worried about it to seek help.
The Alzheimer’s Society and other council partners are hosting a series of events throughout the week where you can learn more about services and support in Hounslow.
The week includes Living Well with Dementia, a community event at Syon House on Tuesday, 20 May for anyone affected by dementia – including family members and carers. Tickets are free but limited, so please book your place on the Eventbrite page to confirm your attendance.
What’s happening
There is a range of activities taking place around Hounslow during Dementia Action Week, aimed at raising awareness about the condition and signposting our residents affected by dementia to local support.
There will be information sessions throughout the week both online and in-person across Hounslow.
Working with The Alzheimer’s Society and other partners, we have also produced a packed programme of events.
Here is what is taking place:
Monday, 19 May
- Singing for the Brain – St. Mary’s Church Osterley Rd, Isleworth, TW7 4PW, 12pm – 3pm
- Table Tennis (open drop-in session) – Isleworth Leisure Centre, TW7 7EU, 1pm – 2pm
Tuesday, 20 May
- Living Well with Dementia – Syon House Great Conservatory, TW8 8JF, 11am – 3pm
- Age UK Dementia Station – Southville Community Centre, Feltham, TW14 8AP, 11am – 2pm
Wednesday, 21 May
- Alzheimer’s Society Ask us anything – Danehurst Community Centre, Brentford, TW8 8HX, 11am – 12.30pm
- Lampton Leisure Otago session – Danehurst Community Centre, Brentford, TW8 8HX, 11am – 12pm
- Dementia Café – Danehurst Community Centre, Brentford, TW8 8HX, 1.30pm – 3.30pm
- Taking Positive Action for Dementia Care – Online via Microsoft Teams, 10am – 12.30pm
Thursday, 22 May
- Free swimming session – Heston Pools and Fitness, TW5 0LW, 12pm – 1pm
- Tea and kitchen garden walk – Chiswick House and Garden, Burlington Lane, W4 2RP, 1.30pm – 3.30pm
Friday, 23 May
- Let’s Go Outside and Learn Reminiscence Walk – Avenue Park Hounslow, TW5 9RG, 11am – 12.30pm
- Health Outreach Team and Alzheimer’s Society – Treaty Centre, Hounslow High Street, TW3 1ES, 11.30am – 2pm
- Free Otago sessions with Monique – Heston Pools and Fitness, TW5 0LW, 12pm – 1pm
- Rise session – Heston Pools and Fitness, TW5 0LW, 1pm – 2pm
Lampton Leisure will offer free 3-hour parking permits, as well as hot drinks with biscuits, at the events they are hosting.
London Borough of Hounslow Swim Club Dementia Friendly Learn to Swim is every Thursday from 11 to 12 p.m. until December 2025. Please contact inquiries@lbhsc.org.uk or www.lbhsc.org.uk.
What is dementia?
Dementia is a condition that affects a person’s memory, thinking, and their ability to perform everyday tasks.
The main symptoms are:
- Memory loss
- Confusion and needing help with routine jobs
- Problems with language and understanding
- Changes in behaviour
The most common type of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease, but there are over 100 types of dementia.
It is a progressive illness, which means the symptoms can get worse over time. It mainly affects people over 65 and currently, there is no cure for it. It is the main killer in the UK and one in three people born today will develop dementia in their lifetime.
Organisations like The Alzheimer’s Society stress that early diagnosis of dementia is the key to managing the condition.
With the right level of treatment and support, a person with dementia can live well for as long as possible. You can find more about dementia, including how to get a diagnosis, at The Alzheimer’s Society website.
Glimpses
In Hounslow, you’re never alone.
This is the message that Hounslow Council and its partners want to share with everyone across the borough, both during Dementia Action Week and throughout the year.
Watch our award-nominated short film Glimpses for a moving look at the impact of dementia and how you can access support for yourself or a loved one.
