Humanitude is a communication and care technique aimed at conveying kindness and respect in a way that the other person can understand.

Fukuoka City strives to be a “Dementia Friendly City” where people with dementia can continue to live with peace of mind and as themselves in their neighborhoods. Our center is committed to raising awareness about dementia and promoting the Humanitude® approach. Click here to learn more about the Humanitude®.

The center’s spatial design incorporates the principles of “Dementia-Friendly Design,” an initiative promoted by Fukuoka City since 2019. By using design elements such as color contrast, and easy-to-read, strategically placed signage, the design helps reduce anxiety and confusion, creating a comfortable environment for everyone.
The design has received the prestigious “Gold Certification” from the Dementia Services Development Centre (DSDC) at the University of Stirling in the UK—the highest level of recognition in dementia design. This is the first time a public facility in Japan has been awarded this certification.

As of September 2024, a Younger-Onset Dementia Support Coordinator is available at our center.
If you feel that something seems different from usual or not quite right, and you find yourself repeatedly experiencing any of the following situations, please feel free to reach out to us:
– Finding it difficult to follow work procedures, causing tasks to take longer
– Forgetting your boss’s instructions or not remembering the names of clients
– Being unable to come up with ideas that used to come naturally
– Having trouble understanding what’s being said on TV or following the storyline of a drama
– Forgetting your child’s school events
– Nearly confusing the accelerator for the brake pedals while driving