While some things that affect the risk of dementia can’t be changed, such as age or genes, making healthier choices can help. Read Alzheimer’s Society’s top five tips, and download their new publication Dementia: reducing your risk. ‘Keeping your mind active’ is one of the Society’s tips, and from www.mentalhealthcamden.co.uk look out for details of local community centres and specialist groups, clubs, courses and workshops. Many activities are free or low-cost.