Team orange

In Yokohama City, there are many places and activity groups such as dementia cafes in the area, and local activities are being actively carried out. For this reason, we will make use of these activities and work on team oranges according to the situation in each region.

Based on the voices of people with dementia and their families' wishes and problems, "Team Orange" is used by local residents, organizations, companies, related organizations, etc. to cooperate in efforts to realize and resolve them. is.

Specifically,...
■Create an environment that is easy to participate in with a role and a monitoring support system so that people with dementia can participate in society.

• In the area, people around you notice "Is it dementia?" And take care of people with dementia and their families, guide them to consultation counters, etc., and provide early support.　　　　
• Even if you have dementia, increase the number of places where you can continue to go and participate as before you have dementia.　　
• Increase places and opportunities for people with dementia and their families to play an active role as members of the community.

■Expand understanding of dementia and expanding the circle of dementia support activities in the community

• Expand correct understanding of dementia through various opportunities in local activities and daily life.　　
• Call around people to provide information and participate in dementia support activities, etc., and create support connections.　　

In Motoichi, we aim to be a community development where people with dementia can live with peace of mind. Areas where people with dementia can live on their own with peace of mind are as follows from the viewpoint of people with dementia and their families.

1. People around me understand dementia correctly. As before you have dementia, you can participate in what you want to do, such as hobbies and club activities, while receiving support where you can't do it, making use of your abilities.
2. There are friends who can consult with you and your family, so you can consult about trivial problems and get information. You can also receive professional support as needed.

Source: Step-Up Training Text-Toward community development, where people with dementia can live with peace of mind-(issued by City of Yokohama, Health and Social Welfare Bureau Elderly Home Support Division)