Who We Are
We are a nonprofit organisation established in January 2016 by a group of affected caregivers, ADOK works to raise awareness of Alzheimer’s, and provide support to those affected with Alzheimer’s and other forms of Dementia.
In 2017, the Alzheimer’s disease International, which is the international federation of Alzheimer’s associations around the world in official relations with World Health Organisation, recognised ADOK as an official chapter.
Our Vision
A Kenya without Dementia.
Mission
To demystify the belief of what dementia is by creating a society where those living with Dementia are supported, accepted and are able to peacefully live in their communities without fear or prejudice
Our Scope
Raise awareness on Alzheimer’s in Kenya
Build capacity of care givers at all levels to provide certified basic care to people affected with Alzheimer’s
To promote research on Alzheimer’s & Dementia in Kenya
Build the psychological capacity of communities affected by Alzheimer’s
To mitigate the social economic impact of diagnosis of Alzheimer’s for PLALZ
Advocate for an inclusive policy environment for PLALZ
Recent News
World Alzheimers Day
- September 18, 2021
- alzheimer
World Alzheimers Day (Zoom Meeting) Working together to tackle Dementi ...