Archive · 8 Oct 2026
Thane Marks World Alzheimer’s Day With Awareness Programme
Thane Municipal Corporation held a programme for older people to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s and dementia.
It took place on October 7 at an auditorium in Thane.
A psychiatrist explained dementia and how families and caregivers can help.
People also watched a short film called “Smriti” about the challenges faced by people with Alzheimer’s and their families.
The film made many audience members emotional.
A speaker showed seniors how to use smartphones and other digital tools safely and independently.
The programme also included memory games, and winners received prizes.
The event aimed to support awareness, digital skills and inclusion for older people.
Thane Municipal Corporation held a senior-citizen awareness programme on October 7, 2026.
The event took place at the Late Narendra Ballal Auditorium in Thane.
Psychiatrist Dr Amol Bhusare spoke about dementia, ageing-related changes and care for people affected.
Attendees watched the Alzheimer’s-focused short film “Smriti,” which moved many viewers.
The programme also included smartphone safety training, memory games and prizes for winners.
- Who
- Thane Municipal Corporation’s Social Development Department, senior citizens, and invited speakers and officials.
- What
- An awareness and engagement programme featuring dementia guidance, a film screening, digital literacy training and memory games.
- When
- Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- Where
- Late Narendra Ballal Auditorium, Thane.
- Why
- To mark World Alzheimer’s Day and promote mental-health awareness, digital empowerment and social inclusion for senior citizens.
- Organiser
- Social Development Department of Thane Municipal Corporation
- Event date
- October 7, 2026
- Venue
- Late Narendra Ballal Auditorium, Thane
- Dementia speaker
- Dr Amol Bhusare, psychiatrist from Regional Mental Hospital, Thane
- Film
- Smriti, a short film centred on Alzheimer’s disease
- Digital literacy session
- Advocate Pramod Dhoke spoke under the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan
- Activities
- Smartphone demonstrations, memory-based games and prizes for winners