Older adults - Information Matters

We are in a global epidemic of persons living with dementia (PLWD), but libraries are already serving this growing and vulnerable population. More than 55 million people around the world live with Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias. The estimated total global societal cost of dementia exceeds $1.3 trillion per year. 88% of PLWD report experiencing stigma and discrimination and dementia is more prevalent in minority communities, so dementia-friendly library services also support social justice.