Listen back to the full interview below
A range of supports are available to people living with dementia and their families.
That's one of the key messages of the 'Understand Together' campaign led by the HSE and a range of other organizations and advocacy groups.
On the 'Kildare Today' show, Paul Maloney, Programme Manager at the HSE's National Dementia Office, said supports are available for people living in dementia and their families.
Mr Maloney also said we all have a responsibility to make society more inclusive and understanding for people with dementia.
Listen back to the full interview below.
For more information and free training visit understandtogether.ie or for support call the national helpline provided by The Alzheimer Society of Ireland on Freephone 1800 341 341.

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