In Zurich a wide range of services are available to people with dementia and their families – from early information and advice, help and support with everyday life through to residential care.
Please note that the listed websites and services may be available only in German language.
What are the typical signs of dementia? How long does someone with dementia stay independent? Where can I find day care for my parents with dementia? The subject of dementia is sensitive and raises a lot of questions and doubts. Feel free to contact one of the two organisations below with your initial questions:
Older people and their families can obtain free information and advice about topics relating to old age. Fachstelle Zürich im Alter also advises on questions about dementia.
Tel. +41 44 412 11 22
For people living with dementia and their families Alzheimer Zürich offers specialised advice and services relating to dementia.
Tel. +41 43 499 88 63
Do you have questions about the subject of dementia and want to obtain advice from a specialised service?
Do you have health issues or concerns relating to dementia? The best thing to do is first consult your GP. If necessary, your GP can arrange further assessment.
There are drug treatments and non-drug treatments (you can read more about treatment at: Find out about dementia: Progression and Treatment). Both forms of treatment are generally used in combination.
Are you seeking respite from caring for and supporting your loved one?
There are various aids and tools that can ensure greater safety in daily living.
There are a wide range of social opportunities and activities available to people with dementia in the city of Zurich:
Various self-help opportunities enable people with dementia, but also their families, to interact with other people in a similar life situation.
There are specific services available for younger people living with dementia:
Specialised transport services can be helpful for necessary travel.
Here you can find points of contact and information about legal and financial issues. You can read more at Living with dementia: Legal issues and making provision.
This website lists services and institutions mainly in and around Zurich. The services are aimed at people with dementia and their families.
The city of Zurich does not guarantee that the information and services provided by the listed institutions are of high quality, up-to-date and correct.
