This work is based on a partnership between Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, Cardiff Council, Vale Council and Alzheimer’s Society Cymru. Neil Lias, Area Manager of the Marie Curie charity shops based in Wales, said: “I’m really proud to be able to say that we have now gained ‘Working to become Dementia Friendly recognition’ across all of stores in Wales. It was such an eye-opening process and a real learning experience for us all. It has given us another opportunity to really integrate our stores within the local community, helped by our increased understanding of the needs of our customers who are living with dementia - and of how we can support them when using our services.