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Indicator name:
Dementia national nongovernmental organization, existence
Indicator Id:
5153
Rationale:
In many countries, nongovernmental organizations represent the main advocacy body for people with dementia and their carers. They also often constitute the backbone of community service delivery for people with dementia and their carers.
Definition:
Existence of a national, nongovernmental organization dedicated to supporting and advocating for people with dementia and their carers.
Method of estimation:
Existence of nongovernmental, non-profit or consumer organization provided by the national authority's response
Data Type Representation:
Categorical
IMRID:
5153
Original Submeasure:
Is there at least one national nongovernmental dementia association such as an Alzheimer Association/Society?
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