Dementia: Building Healthy Communities, Action Plans and Strategies

This report delves into the multifaceted issue of dementia, a mental disorder characterized by memory impairment, communication difficulties, and cognitive decline. It explores the disease's impact on individuals, highlighting emotional and behavioral changes, as well as its broader effects on communities and populations, including increased care burdens and reduced societal productivity. The report identifies key areas for intervention at the individual, community, and population levels, such as promoting healthy lifestyles, fostering understanding and support, and implementing strategies to mitigate risks. An action plan for nurses is proposed, emphasizing the importance of awareness, guidance, and effective communication to reduce the incidence and impact of dementia, ultimately contributing to the building of healthier and more supportive communities. The report concludes by stressing the crucial role of nurses in implementing these strategies and promoting health through the application of health promotion planning cycles and the adoption of evidence-based practices.