The day centre for dementia “Anaplous” took part with great success in the three-day Mental Health Festival organised by SOFPSY Serres (Greece), as part of the annual celebration of World Alzheimer’s Day and World Mental Health Day. The festival was held in Eleftherias Square and included a public conference at the Municipal Theatre of Serres, featuring talks and performances open to all citizens. Activities and workshops given by the day centre attracted remarkable interest, with many visitors joining in. Staff members, beneficiaries, and volunteers gave their best, sharing joy, knowledge, and a powerful message: “No one is alone. Together, we build a society of understanding, support and respect.”
In collaboration with 15 local organisations, the festival offered two days of information, awareness, and prevention, through parallel activities that engaged hundreds of participants of all ages. The key message resonating throughout the event was: “Ask about dementia. Ask about Alzheimer’s.” Also, in honour of World Mental Health Day, Praxis Greece – Serres for UNESCO also held a volunteer workshop. Through interactive and engaging activities, beneficiaries, caregivers, and staff from the “Anaplous” day centre actively participated, learned, and shared meaningful experiences. Together, they highlighted the values of teamwork, empathy and inclusion, promoting a society that embraces diversity and supports every individual.