Dementia Action Week

Dementia Action Week (May 19-25) is a national event that encourages people to take action to improve the lives of people affected by dementia.

With nearly 1 million people living with dementia in the UK, and many more affected through loved ones, raising awareness and taking action is more critical than ever. Early diagnosis and support can greatly improve quality of life, while increased understanding reduces isolation and stigma. By participating in Dementia Action Week, individuals and communities help build a society that recognizes and supports those living with dementia.

Some of the events occurring in our boroughs

Booking & Enquiries
020 3701 2862
DAW.2025@homeinstead.co.uk

Monday 19 May 

Royal Opera House
10:30am -11:30am History Walk with tour guides
Royal Opera House Bow St, London WC2E 9DD - Ground floor

Tuesday 20 May 

Opera Holland Park – Melodies & Memories
2:00pm – 4:30pm Interactive singing, recital, tour & afternoon tea
Opera Holland Park Theatre. Ilchester Place, London W8 6LU

Westminster Abbey – Westminster Abbey Wander
9:00am A special early tour with refreshments.
Meet at the West Doors of Westminster Abbey

Royal Collections - The Edwardians: Age of Elegance.
1:45pm – 4:15pm Introductory talk with refreshments, followed by the exhibition.
The King's Gallery, Buckingham Palace

National Army Museum – Hands-On History
2:00pm Explore artefacts and stories.
National Army Museum Royal Hospital Road London SW3 4HT

Wednesday 21 May

Chair-Based Yoga for Wellbeing by Imperial College London
10:30am-1.00pm Focus on balance, breath, and calmness
London Care 42 Westbourne Park Road, London W2 5PH

Victoria & Albert Museum – Closer Look Tour
11:00am A dementia-friendly tour to learn the stories behind some of the V&A’s most fascinating objects. 
Digital Studio, V&A South Kensington, Cromwell Road, SW7 2RL

Thursday 22 May 

Royal Albert Hall – Dementia Aware Tour
10:00am-11.00am Welcoming and friendly tour of the Royal Albert Hall, followed by tea and cake
Meet at Door 12, South Entrance

Nutrition Workshop with Imperial College London
10:30am-1.00pm Learn how food and brain health are connected.
LoveDay 2 Kensington Square, London W8 5EP

Friday 23 May

Dementia Information Fair
The Small Hall, Kensington Town Hall
1:30pm – 4:30pm (No booking required for the fair)
Hosted by Westminster & Kensington and Chelsea Dementia Action Alliance

Your one-stop hub of dementia support and services, featuring:

• •  25+ information stalls from local organizations
  •  Talks from Dementia UK - Admiral Nurses
  •  Talks from Imperial College London – Dementia Researchers on Prevention (FINGER Model)
  •  Legal & financial advice from Pathways Through Dementia
  •  Free health checks, including blood pressure screenings

Saturday 24 May

Royal Albert Hall – Dementia Aware Tour (Repeat)
11:00am-12.00pm Welcoming and friendly tour of the Royal Albert Hall, followed by tea and cake
Meet at Door 12, South Entrance