As mentioned in the Mental Health Review Report (MHRR), a person-centred and holistic care model is required to be accessible, individualised and responsive to the multiple and changing needs at different stages of dementia (Food and Health Bureau, 2017a, p. 168). The Government has been working to develop a dementia-friendly community. The first step is to remove risk factors and to make a friendly design of housing, such as removal of harmful substances and sharp objects, using clear signs with contrast to highlight the contents and making facilities easy to use in the community. Besides, it also recommends education to non-healthcare professionals to understand dementia, especially for police and security guards who have an important role in finding persons with dementia when they gone missing from home. A more accepting and supportive neighbourhood can promote self-management of persons with dementia at home and in the community (Food and Health Bureau, 2017a, p. 171).

References:

Food and Health Bureau. (2017a). Mental Health Review Report.  Retrieved from https://www.fhb.gov.hk/download/press_and_publications/otherinfo/180500_mhr/e_mhr_full_report.pdf