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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
  • Minimizing visual and auditory stimulation
  • Quiet areas (either dedicated rooms or seating away from the hustle and bustle)
  • Readily accessible toilets
  • ​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 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.
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Current Status of Dementia-Friendly Airports

Tulsa International Airport Set to be the First U.S. Dementia-Friendly Airport
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March 11, 2021

Flying with dementia: Why We Need Dementia Friendly Airports
March 31, 2020

Heathrow commits to becoming world’s first dementia friendly airport
March 20, 2018

Australia’s first dementia-friendly airport
June, 2017

Brisbane Airport named Australia's first dementia-friendly airport at guide launch
​June 22, 2017
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  • What is a Dementia-Friendly Airport?
  • About Us
    • Members
    • Logo
  • 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
    • Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program Beyond Airports
    • Survey
    • Interviews
  • Media
    • Local Media
    • National Media
    • Presentations
  • 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
  • Contact Us