We chose a ‘Hats On for Dementia’ Mufti Day for many reasons; hats are a fun, visible, and an easy activity for everyone to participate in, but most importantly, we want to highlight that we all wear many hats throughout our lives — daughter, mother, sister, cook, teacher, friend, for example.

Too often, when someone is living with dementia, the hats they once wore are forgotten, and only the “dementia hat” is seen. Let’s remember and celebrate every role, every hat, and every part of the person beyond their diagnosis.

We would love for as many people as possible across Plymouth and Cornwall to get involved by wearing their funniest hat to help raise awareness and support our charity.

Did You Know?

Alzheimer’s is the most common type of dementia. It's a brain condition that causes problems with memory, thinking, and daily tasks.

It often begins with small things—like forgetting names or misplacing items, but over time, it can make daily life much harder. While there is no cure yet, support, understanding, and early help can make a huge difference.

Together, let’s raise awareness and show our support for people living with Alzheimer’s and their families.