STATE OF MIND were  proud to join the Dementia Forward Conference on October 20th 2026.

The conference took place at York Racecourse and the focus of the conference was on 'shaping the future of Young Onset Dementia.'

Young-onset dementia (YOD), also called early-onset or working-age dementia, occurs when symptoms develop before the age of 65. It can affect people as young as their 30s and often impacts those still working, raising families, or caring for others.

STATE OF MIND presenter and former rugby player and coach Jo Worth will be presenting about her own experience relating to employment. Dr Phil Cooper MBE will be on hand to join Jo and will be available at a stall throughout the day conference.

The conference was an inspiring event that focused on the positive elements of work that is shaping the future of Young Onset Dementia

If you would like more information about the work of Dementia Forward please click on the link here Welcome to Dementia Forward, Dementia Forward, North Yorkshire's leading dementia charity

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