New research on COVID toll on people living with dementia shows why we need a national aged care pandemic response plan
This week, peak body Dementia Australia released a new discussion paper it has developed in partnership…More
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COVID help sheets for dementia patients now available in 38 languages
Dementia Australia has released translations of four key COVID-19 Help Sheets with tips for carers,…More
Looking for support during COVID-19? There is help available
With one-third of all older Australians living at home – and the National Cabinet’s Health…More
Your questions about the Industry Code for aged care visits answered – and why the Code will be the ‘new norm’ for visiting family members in residential care
Do I need a flu shot to visit my parents or grandparents in the aged…More
Museum of Contemporary Art releases new online art toolkit for people living with dementia
Art galleries across Australia have been running programs encouraging people living with dementia and their…More
Do you have a loved one living with dementia? These tips may help you prepare for the holidays
The holidays are usually a time for celebrating with family and friends but for people…More
Some myths about dementia debunked
It’s the second biggest cause of death in Australia and researchers are throwing their weight…More
All together now: this NSW town has transformed into a ‘dementia-friendly’ community
The beautiful, sleepy beachside town of Kiama, 120 kilometres south of Sydney (pictured), was selected…More
Interactive dementia app to give loved ones ‘a better visit’
Dementia Australia have developed a new app that helps family and friends connect and communicate…More