Fukuoka Orange Partners is a consortium composed of an all-Fukuoka collaboration of industry, academia, public and private partners working to create an environment where people with dementia can play an active role. It includes individuals with dementia, their families, corporations, organizations, healthcare and social care providers, and municipality representatives. They are all equal partners that voluntarily “learn”, “think”, “collaborate” and “act” on dementia. The consortium explores possibilities to enable living to the full with dignity even with dementia, and to translate these ideas into practical efforts. Fukuoka Orange Partners empower individuals with dementia to lead meaningful lives, and envision a collaborative platform where all stakeholders contribute to fostering dementia-friendly communities.
What you have experienced and what you have devised in your daily life would lead to great hopes and hints for those who have been diagnosed with dementia or are worried that they may have dementia.
You can play an active role in co-creating a community that is easier to live in by sharing your opinions and ideas about what you would like to see in businesses and organizations.

NEXT Meeting, a learning session on dementia, is held by people with dementia and companies with the aim of considering what can be done to help people with dementia live their lives in their own way, and to link this to actual initiatives.
In order for the rapidly increasing number of people with dementia to continue to live their lives in a way that they want in their familiar communities, a variety of products and services will be needed. We support more companies to participate in the development of dementia-friendly products and services.
Please note that participation in Fukuoka Orange Partners is required for access to know-how in the group and for collaboration with people with dementia.

As of September 2024, we have a Younger-Onset Dementia Support Coordinator on staff.
In addition to providing employment support, our coordinator acts as a liaison between the individual and their employer. We help address challenges by considering the perspectives of both parties and working together to find solutions.

We hold a regular course to train people to become a dementia supporter who understands dementia correctly and live together with people with dementia and their families without prejudice. We have the course lasting about 90 minutes once a month. Participants will receive a “Dementia Supporter Card”, which is a proof of being a “Dementia Supporter”. please click here.

・You are free to visit the center anytime during our opening hours.
・If you would like to learn more about the Dementia Friendly Center’s initiatives, please feel free to join a regular tour or request a group tour.

●Regular Guided Tours (No Reservation Required)
Our staff lead guided tours of the center five times daily at the following times:
① 11:00 ② 13:00 ③ 14:00 ④ 15:00 ⑤ 16:00
Duration: Approximately 40 minutes
Meeting Point: Reception

●Group Visits (Reservation Required for 10 or More People)
Groups of 10 or more are asked to download and submit the application form via email or fax.
Download the group tour application form here

Available Times for Group Visits:
・Morning: 10:30–12:00
・Afternoon: 14:00–15:30
・Duration: 60–90 minutes (flexible upon request)

Contact for Rervations:
Email: contact@fdfc.jp
Fax: 092-791-9550

Important Notes
・We do not provide parking for buses or other large vehicles. Please arrange your own parking.
・If you are a government official or represent a public agency, please contact the Dementia Support Division at Fukuoka City directly at 092-711-4891.