Social contact, peer support and self-help can positively benefit people with dementia

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The evaluation found a positive impact of the peer support groups on participants' wellbeing, social support and practical coping strategies. Participants improved in their communication abilities and in managing their memory and their lives.

It also revealed benefits extending beyond group members to include staff, families, friends, other residents in the housing scheme and the housing provider.