Dementia care and awareness in Taiwan

In Taiwan, efforts to address the rising prevalence of dementia have focused on public awareness, early diagnosis, and specialized care infrastructure. The Taiwan Dementia Association recently held the ‘Tomorrow’s Memo’ exhibition to promote the theme ‘The Earlier You Know, The More You Can Do,’ emphasizing that early detection allows for better treatment and support. To assist the population, the association operates a national care hotline, while the Ministry of Health and Welfare Taoyuan Hospital opened the ‘Yi Nuan Home’ integrated dementia care ward to manage complex behavioral and psychological symptoms.

Medical experts have further expanded public education by identifying specific warning signs of cognitive decline, such as losing judgment regarding finances, getting lost in familiar areas, or experiencing changes in visual perception. With the dementia population in Taiwan exceeding 390,000 people—representing nearly 8% of seniors aged 65 and older—professionals are highlighting a range of management strategies. These include monoclonal antibody treatments to reduce beta-amyloid protein buildup, alongside social engagement, physical exercise, and cognitive stimulation.