Charlottesville

A member of Dementia Friendly Central Virginia, offering businesses and organizations free information sessions and workforce training to establish dementia friendly approaches and implement strategies that will help people living with dementia.

Dementia Awareness Month May 2026 Charlottesville Proclamation

On May 18, 2026, the Charlottesville City Council proclaimed May 2026 as Dementia Awareness Month and also recognized Charlottesville as a Dementia Friendly Community.  The proclamation urges all residents to participate in education and awareness programs, to support research and innovation, and to share supports and services such as the 1-800-DEMENTIA hotline for taking care of oneself or others. View the Proclamation here. 

A screenshot of a proclamation from the Charlottesville City Council for Dementia Awareness Month in May 2026.

Dementia Friendly Organizations

Twice is Nice Upscale Resale Boutique
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Resources

Visit DementiaCapableVirginia.org to learn more about dementia and connect to resources and services including free training modules for caregivers, resources including the Virginia Dementia Roadmap, information and resources for providers, and learn about participating in research to improve knowledge, treatments and care.