Dementia-friendly bus transport
Find out how dementia affects people’s experience of travelling by bus, and how bus services can support them.
‘Disabilities can be invisible, and knowing a bus driver understands that when I get on a bus makes all the difference!’
People with dementia face challenges with memory, thinking, concentration and language. This can make it difficult for them to do everyday tasks we might take for granted, such as taking the bus.
Less than half (47%) of people with dementia say they feel part of their community. But being able to travel by bus can be a key factor in helping people with dementia retain their independence and live well.
Bus operators can make a huge difference by committing to become dementia friendly, supporting passengers and employees affected by dementia.
Dementia-friendly bus leaflets
Fill out a short form for our top tips and information on how to make bus travel dementia-friendly.
Dementia-friendly bus leaflets
Fill out a short form to get your copy of our dementia-friendly bus resources.
For bus operators, becoming more dementia-friendly means:
We need all buses, bus drivers and bus companies take action and support people affected by dementia during the coronavirus pandemic to keep them connected to their community in new and creative ways.
Here are some of the key actions you can do today to make a difference to people’s lives:
Please make sure to read our regularly updated information on face coverings for people affected by dementia.