Dementia

An Emerging Epidemic

Dementia has woven its intricate web around millions of seniors nationwide. The implications are daunting - from severe memory lapses, disorientation, and aimless wandering, to struggling with everyday tasks, dwindling social abilities, and challenging behaviors.

For those living with Alzheimer's and their immediate families, this translates to enduring immeasurable suffering. The lack of a cure compounds the situation, heaping physical, financial, and emotional strains on caregivers. Their tireless devotion, as they watch their loved ones become dependent shadows of their former selves, is heart-wrenching.

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A person with Dementia looks forlornly out the window

Presently, nearly 90 lakh people in India bear the weight of dementia care. 

Forecast of 2036 reveals a staggering estimate of 1.7 Crore Indians grappling with dementia. The repercussions are far-reaching.

Considering the impact on an average of two family members per person with dementia, we're confronted with a staggering reality: over 50 million Indians will become unwilling participants in this challenging journey. 

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Dementia India Alliance (DIA) is a non-profit, family carer-centered organization. With a primary focus to provide help and hope to persons with dementia and their families, DIA stands at the forefront of the fight against dementia, aiming to improve the overall well-being of affected individuals through compassionate care and support.

DIA is dedicated to providing essential services which not only benefit those directly impacted by dementia but also provide much-needed relief and hope to their family caregivers. 

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Whether you are seeking help for yourself or for a loved one, here are some of the ways DIA can support you.
National Dementia Support Line
National Dementia Support Line
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DIA DemClinic - Free Online Memory Clinic
DIA-DemClinic: Online Memory Clinic
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Find a Service Provider for Dementia Care
DIA-Directory: Find a Service Provider
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Online Forum for Family Caregivers of Persons with Dementia to Connect
Support Groups
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Here's how DIA can help organizations, medical professionals, and healthcare institutions engaged in Dementia care.
Training in Dementia and Alzheimer's Care
Training Programs
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Get Enlisted as a Service Provider in the DIA Directory
Get Enlisted on the Directory of Service Providers
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Become a Dementia Friendly Hospital through DIA
Become a Dementia-Friendly Hospital
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For students and others interested in Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
Dementia Friends is a worldwide movement led in India by DIA
Dementia Friends: Become part of a Worldwide Movement
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DemChamps are Champions for Dementia in India
DemChamps: Become a Champion for the Cause of Dementia
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Inspiring Words from Mr Anil Kumble, Ms Revathi and Dr Kiran Mazumdar Shah 

Dementia has become a silent epidemic in India. With millions of lives being affected, now is the time to speak up and lend our support to persons living with Dementia and their caregivers across the country.

We're honoured to have these celebrities join us in our mission towards creating a stronger community around Dementia care in India and we hope that their words inspire you to join us too.  

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DemCon 2025

Poster Presentation Evaluation Results

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Health-Related Quality of Life in Caregivers of Individuals with Cognitive Impairment: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of EuroQol (EQ-5D) Utility Scores

R Bhanu Priya
PhD Scholar,
ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology, Chennai, India

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VR CogniCare: A Virtual Reality Platform for Dementia Care

Srishti Sharma
Junior Software Developer,
IIT Mandi iHub and HCi Foundation Mandi, Himachal Pradesh

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Algorithm using Blood-Based Biomarkers for Alzheimer’s Pathology: Scalable Screening in the PREDICTOM Study

Suparna Ghanvatkar
Researcher,
Siemens Healthcare Private Limited, Bangalore, India

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