Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with the Dementia Action Alliance
From September 15 to October 15, the Dementia Action Alliance (DAA) is proud to honor Hispanic Heritage Month. This month-long celebration recognizes the vibrant culture and significant contributions of the Latino/Hispanic community.
DAA and the Global Council on Alzheimer’s Disease are excited to announce the upcoming release of an inspiring new white paper and podcast series, “Calling All Voices” for people living with dementia and their care partners within the Latino community. This project involves a series of insightful interviews with individuals living with dementia and their care partners, highlighting the unique challenges and stories of Latino community members. The conversations reveal not just the difficulties but also the strategies that lead to living well with dementia. Through this project, we aim to deepen our understanding of the lived experience but also foster a stronger, more inclusive community support network. Stay tuned for more details about this exciting series!
In our commitment to inclusivity, we have also engaged with the LGBTQ+ and Black communities. You can explore our existing resources below:
Join us in this month-long celebration and help us amplify the voices that need to be heard!
“It is crucial to elevate the voices of the Latino community, especially those living with dementia and their care partners, as many Latino families face the disease in isolation, often due to stigma, delaying help until it’s too late. Raising awareness that dementia is not a normal part of aging and that support and resources are available can provide hope, reduce suffering, and improve the quality of life for individuals and families affected by dementia.” – Paula Muller, Project Coordinator for the Calling All Voices Latino Community
In Spanish
“Es muy important el elevar las voces de la comunidad latina, especialmente aquellos que viven con demencia y sus compañeros de cuidado, ya que muchas familias latinas enfrentan la enfermedad de forma aislada, a menudo debido al estigma, lo que retrasa la ayuda hasta que es demasiado tarde. Crear conciencia de que la demencia no es una parte normal del envejecimiento y que hay apoyo y recursos disponibles pueden brindar esperanza, reducir el sufrimiento y mejorar la calidad de vida de las personas y familias afectadas por la demencia.”
