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Which country has a dementia village? The Netherlands is Home to the Original

In 2009, the world's first true dementia village, Hogeweyk, opened its doors in Weesp, Netherlands, setting a revolutionary new standard for dementia care. This groundbreaking concept has since inspired similar, person-centered living communities in many other countries, transforming the traditional approach to memory care by focusing on autonomy, dignity, and a normalized daily life for residents.