Archive · 1 Oct 2025
India's Dementia Care: Need for a Caregiver Registry and Support
India is facing a growing problem: many people have dementia, which affects memory and thinking.
Most people with dementia are cared for at home by family or other caregivers.
These caregivers often lack formal training or support.
Experts are discussing ways to help, like training caregivers, creating clear career paths, and setting up a system to recognize and validate their skills.
They also emphasize the need for a national registry for caregivers to provide safety and professional identity, and government support for caregiving services in rural areas.
This is important because caring for someone with dementia can be challenging, and more support is needed to ensure good care.
India faces a growing challenge in dementia care, with over 8 million people affected.
The focus is on supporting home-based care and strengthening existing caregiver networks.
Experts stress the need for training, certification, and career pathways for caregivers.
A national registry is proposed to validate caregiver skills and improve safety and professionalism.
Government intervention is needed, particularly in rural areas, to support caregiving services.
- Who
- Caregivers, healthcare planners, and training experts in India
- What
- Discussions on improving dementia care by supporting caregivers
- When
- Information presented at a National Consultative Meet on Dementia Strategy
- Where
- India, with a focus on New Delhi
- Why
- To address the growing challenge of dementia care in India, particularly focusing on home-based care and supporting caregivers.
- People with Dementia in India
- Over 8 million
- Key Focus
- Long-term care and support at home
- Solutions Discussed
- Training, certification, career pathways, and caregiver registry
- Organizations Involved
- DIA, ARDSI, Healthcare Sector Skill Council
- Challenges
- Lack of formal training, career structure, and support for caregivers