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July ①More nakanaka iine! Awareness Month ➁Looking out for People with Dementia in the Community

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July ①More nakanaka iine! Awareness Month ➁Looking out for People with Dementia in the Community

This is an abridged version of “Koho Yokohama Naka-ku Ban,” Naka Ward Office’s public relations magazine. （Click here for the multilingual website of “Koho Yokohama City Edition”） Please note that all information is correct as of the time of publication and may be subject to change.

Last updated date：2024/10/2

①More nakanaka iine! Awareness Month

➁Looking out for People with Dementia in the Community

　▶▶ Events

①More nakanaka iine! Awareness Month

[Inquiries] Jigyō Kikaku Tantō (Project Planning Subdivision),

Naka Ward Office Tel: 045-224-8330 Fax: 045-224-8157

About “nakanaka iine!” (Naka Ward Community Social Welfare and Health Plan)
Activities which strengthen bonds with the community and promote good health in our daily lives help to create a community where everyone can live in peace and security in the neighborhoods they’re familiar with, for as long as they wish.
“nakanaka iine!” is a plan that all people who live and work in Naka Ward will work together to achieve.

nakanaka iine! activities are undertaken in two key areas.　Let’s take things step by step, starting with whatever little we can do!

1. Strengthening bonds with the community to enhance our capability to keep an eye out for one another

Let’s take an interest in each other and work together to solve the problems we encounter in our daily lives.

Try to greet and talk to your neighbors on a daily basis!

Let’s encourage each other to participate in a community gathering!

2. Promoting good health for a cheerful community

Let’s work together to improve our mental and physical health.

Even if you don’t like exercising, try joining an event!
Participating in events and socializing will help you get fit.

Take part in health-related courses held in the community.

July marks the beginning of summer vacation and an increase in community events. For instance, you could wake up early and get involved in a radio exercise program held in the community!

Shinichi Henmi

nakanaka iine! Promotion Council Member

Naka Ward Youth Leadership Council

If you are interested in or would like to take part in community activities, please contact your nearest community care plaza.

➁Looking out for People with Dementia in the Community

Dementia is a condition that can affect anyone. As the population ages and the number of people with dementia is expected to increase, it is even more important to have a proper understanding of dementia along with the cooperation of those around you.
Let’s think about how to create an environment in which you and your family can live with peace of mind even if you or a member of your family suffers from dementia.

We asked people in the community what they had to say!

Dementia Supporter Company Yamamura Shoten, 1-7 Yamamoto-cho

Since there are many elderly people in the area, the entire shopping district took a dementia supporter training course. When I see a customer who is trying to buy something that is not what they are looking for, or who is trying to buy the same thing several times, or who is having trouble paying the bill, I ask if they are alright and talk to them. There are many elderly people who live alone, so when they pass by the store, I pay attention to them and keep an eye on everyone in the community.

What is a Naka Ward Dementia Supporter Company?

Dementia Supporters are companies and organizations in the ward that have taken the Dementia Supporter Training Course to learn correct knowledge about dementia and how to interact with people with dementia. They will make use of what they have learned in the course to keep a friendly eye on the community.

Masae Oba, Caravan Mate

You may be able to spot someone with limited mobility if you see them on the street using a cane or wheelchair, but you may not always be able to recognize a person with dementia. I believe that we are better placed to help if we have the knowledge to look out for people with dementia, talk to them, and connect them with specialist organizations. Also, the knowledge gained in the course can be applied to work and daily life, so I am working to make as many people as possible aware of dementia.

What are Caravan Mates?

Caravan Mates are volunteers who act as instructors for dementia supporter training courses. They hold courses in local communities, companies, schools, etc.

Registration system for persons with dementia who are at risk of going missing

Registration for SOS Network for Elderly Persons with Dementia, etc.

This is an initiative aimed at finding and protecting people with dementia and other conditions who have gone missing, with the cooperation of relevant local agencies. It is based on a system for pre-registering information (physical characteristics, etc.) on persons with dementia who are at risk of going missing.

Stickers for monitoring vulnerable people in the community

These stickers (with a QR code) are attached to the clothing of people with dementia. In the event that a person with dementia goes missing, their identity can be confirmed using the data registered to the sticker, allowing them to be returned to their home as soon as possible. The stickers are distributed to those registered with the SOS Network.
For more information, please contact the Kōreisha Shien Tantō (Elderly Support Subdivision) of Naka Ward Office or a community care plaza in the ward.