Another idea to come out of the York report: an annual ‘Slow-down Day’ (perhaps as part of the over-50s festival) with quiet and unhurried activities, and peaceful places for reflection and social contact.Any thoughts?

And some ideas from the report as to how to engage the tourism industry in York and capture its benefits. ..



• York has a range of people who provide guided tours and way-finding

services for tourists. Their services can also assist people with dementia and it may be simple to improve their understanding of what people with dementia might need. A link with Torbay Dementia Action Alliance would be useful.



• Existing websites promoting hotels, B+Bs, restaurants and shops…