Sutton Council and local organisations taking action to support growing number of people with dementia

In Sutton, there are more than 2,000 people living with dementia. By 2040, this figure is projected to increase by 40%. 

Today, Sutton Council and partners, including Age UK Sutton and the NHS, have set out their five-year plan that will help to reduce the risks and spot the early signs of dementia, as well provide better support to those currently living with dementia.    

The plan will focus on supporting Sutton residents at risk of dementia with their brain health, physical and mental wellbeing, and raise awareness of the signs of dementia. 

The launch of a specialist Dementia Support Hub, a partnership between the Council, Age UK Sutton and the NHS, will also help to provide a single point of contact for those residents who receive a dementia diagnosis. 

Councillor Marian James, Lead Member for Adult Services, said: 

“We know that one in three people with dementia do not have a diagnosis. With an ageing population the risks of not being diagnosed or late diagnosis are detrimental for so many families. 

“This plan, which has been created using the feedback of Sutton residents currently living with dementia, sets out the actions we will take to better support residents through prevention, early diagnosis and a dedicated Dementia Hub. I would like to thank Sutton residents living with dementia, their families and carers for sharing their experiences. 

“We hope that it will make it easier for our residents to access professional support, whether they are concerned about themselves or a loved one."

Hilary Dodd, Interim CEO, Age UK Sutton, said:

“As the community faces growing demand, we strive to create supportive environments that foster connection, alleviate caregiver stress and ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Together, we can make a lasting difference.

“We have been delighted to be integral in the development of the Dementia Hub and plan  and look forward to seeing the impact it has for people affected by Dementia into the future."

Feedback from residents has been at the heart of the new strategy and there will be further opportunities for people to help shape the strategy’s delivery and implementation plan in the autumn.

To view the Dementia Strategy, visit the Council’s website.