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What is a Dementia-Friendly airport?

A dementia-friendly airport:

Accommodates the needs of persons living with dementia and their care partners in a way that enables them to safely and comfortably navigate the procedures required to travel by plane by:


1. Enabling persons living with dementia and their care partners to make use of the amenities and resources of the airport (food, lavatories, waiting areas, shops, transportation to gates and terminals).
  • Clear signage and wayfinding
  • Minimizing visual and auditory stimulation
  • Quiet areas (either dedicated rooms or seating away from the hustle and bustle)
  • Readily accessible toilets and adult changing tables
  • ​Attention to floor surfaces and lighting where possible

2. Having procedures (ie: check-in, baggage check, security) in place that help persons living with dementia and their care partners navigate the airport, board, and deplane in a timely and low-stress manner.  

3. 
Having airport personnel, TSA/security staff, volunteers, vendor employees and airline employees who are trained and experienced in supporting the needs of persons with dementia and their care partners.

4. 
Being capable of managing emergencies in a competent and caring manner utilizing readily available staff that are trained in resolving dementia-related crises.  

5. Encouraging airlines to accommodate the needs of persons with dementia and their care partners while on board.

6.  Participate in the international Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program to provide discrete assistance to people who self-identify as someone living with a hidden disability.
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  • Dementia-Friendly Airports - Details
    • What is a Dementia-Friendly Airport?
    • Current Status of Dementia-Friendly Airports
    • Regulations and Guidance for Hidden Disabilities Air Travel >
      • United States
      • United Kingdom
      • European Union
      • Canada
      • International Air Transport Association (IATA)
    • Tools for Becoming a Dementia-Friendly Airport
  • Training Resources
  • About Us
    • Members
    • Participating Airports
    • Projects >
      • TSA Security Screening Guidance >
        • Screening Passengers with Dementia (Part 1)
        • Screening Passengers with Dementia (Part 2)
        • In the Words of an Individual Living with Dementia - What He Would Like You to Know
      • Survey
      • Interviews
    • Logo
  • Media
    • Local Media
    • National Media
    • Academics >
      • Presentations
      • Publications
  • Resources for Travel
    • Know Your Rights
    • Flight Process Start to Finish >
      • 1. Before Booking Flights
      • 2. Booking Flights
      • 3. Preparing for Flight
      • 4. Arriving at the Airport
      • 5. Getting Through US Security
      • 6. Navigating to Your Gate and Boarding the Plane
      • 7. Flying
      • 8. Arriving at Your Destination
    • Tools for Travel
    • Travel Tips
    • Covid-19 Air Travel Policies
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