Alzheimer Switzerland has launched alzpeer, the first of its kind digital community platform in Switzerland for people with dementia and their loved ones, which combines personal exchange among peers with expert knowledge, thus offering support throughout the entire course of the disease Alzpeer empowers those affected to share lived experiences, find encouragement, and strengthen self-efficacy. It is available 24/7 in three official languages (German, French and Italian). It bridges the real-world offers in the 21 regional sections of Alzheimer Switzerland with the online option. The platform can serve for getting in touch as well as staying in contact over time and complements the services.
Key features include:
• Peer programme: One-on-one conversations with others who share similar experiences
• Open forum: A space to ask questions, share stories anonymously, or simply read along
• Themed groups: Local or online groups for specific topics or additional languages
• Resources: Community recommendations on tools, books, and more
• Podcast “Chopfsach – nachgefragt”: A new eight-episode series with expert insights and lived experiences, available on major podcast platforms and on www.alz.ch/podcast
The platform is monitored by Alzheimer Switzerland to prevent misuse. Visit https://community.alz.ch/ to learn more and join the conversation.
