Welsh Government and the NHS in Wales are committed to improving the health and well-being of everyone living in Wales. Dementia is not exclusively a condition that affects older people, although there is a strong link between older age and a diagnosis of dementia. As life expectancy increases, there will naturally be more older people and so more people with dementia. As a consequence, there is a growing need for the health and social care workforce to understand the issues involved in good dementia care and support. All workers need a solid awareness of dementia and the issues surrounding it to ensure that their approach supports people with dementia and carers to live well.