15 May 2026

Dementia Action Week 18 to 24 May

A group of three older adults taking part in a group activity at table and laughing

Dementia is the UK's biggest killer. It affects us all and it devastates lives.

Take steps this Dementia Action Week to learn how you can support people living with dementia.

 

Sign up for a free event at Dementia Fest

Part of Glasgow's WestFest, Dementia Fest will bring music, film, walks and reminiscence events across Kelvin Way, Glasgow Life Libraries and Museums and local landmarks throughout May and June.  Find out more and sign up to a free event at Activity Finder - Glasgow Communities.

 

Watch the Dementia Friends video on GOLD

This 30-minute video will help to:

  1. Increase your understanding of dementia and the small things you can do to help people living with dementia both in your workplace, in your community and in your personal life.
  2. Reduce stigma surrounding dementia and dispel some common dementia myths.
  3. Give you the opportunity to learn about what it's like to live with dementia and the small steps you can take to turn that understanding into action. 

Search Dementia Friends on GOLD.

 

Pop along to Dementia Hour at Partick and Parkhead Libraries

No one in Glasgow should face dementia alone.

Want to talk about dementia? If you or someone you care for has had a dementia diagnosis, Dementia Heroes is here to help. Drop in for free information, support or for a cuppa and a chat.

  • Partick Library every Wednesday from 2pm to 3pm (except the first Wednesday of the month).
  • Parkhead Library on the last Friday of the month from 11am to 12 noon.

The Dementia Heroes information and support service at Glasgow Life Libraries is supported by Glasgow Life and NHS 24.

 

Join one of our Social Reminiscence and Memory Groups

Our volunteer led Memories Scotland group sessions at Glasgow Life Libraries are an opportunity to reminisce and share memories about the past. The group sessions offer a friendly and safe space for people to come together, connect with others, make new friends, learn and share information about the place they live, stimulate mental activity, increase their confidence and self-esteem, and enjoy conversations with other participants. 

Our volunteers will be there to support the group with facilitated social reminiscence. They will provide hot drinks, a listening ear, and a keen interest in storytelling and community heritage.

Where and when

  • The Mitchell Library - The group meets in Special Collections on Level 5 on the first Tuesday of every month, 2pm-3pm
  • Knightswood Library -The group meets on the second Thursday of every month, 2pm-3pm
  • Pollok Library - The group meets on the fourth Tuesday of every month, 11am-12pm
  • Partick Library - The group meets on third Friday of every month, 11am-12pm 

Free tea and coffee is provided. These sessions are Dementia friendly.

https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/event/1/memories-scotland-social-reminiscence-and-memory-groups

For more information, please contact the Health and Wellbeing Team on 0141 287 2903 or librarieshealthandwellbeing@glasgowlife.org.uk