The University of Stirling’s Dementia Services Development Centre (DSDC) is calling for pubs to take part in dementia-friendly programme to improve lives in the community.

The world-renowned centre is looking for pubs everywhere to become more dementia-friendly to support people living with dementia to remain active in their communities.

The aim is to create a Google map to chart all dementia-friendly facilities across the UK with establishments bearing a badge to show they’ve considered things like a clear line of sight to the bar, clearly signposted toilets, some private and quieter tables, easy-to-read menus and staff with an understanding of the condition to give customers the support they require.

The University, with facilities part-funded by £7.25 million of UK Government funding under the Stirling and Clackmannanshire City Region Deal, is keen for the scheme to break down social barriers associated with dementia.

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