Helping a loved one make the move into an aged care home can be an emotional journey with many complexities and big decisions. We know aged care can be challenging to navigate, and knowing what questions to ask and when, can help make this transition a little bit...
Image: Tamar Krebs, Group Homes Australia In 2021, the 12th annual National Dementia & Aged Care Reform Conference will provide a critical national platform to de-brief on the Final Report of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality & Safety as well as the...
During Dementia Action Week (September 20-26), Dementia Australia called on all Australians to take action to ensure those who have dementia are engaged with their loved ones and communities. This is particularly important for those currently experiencing prolonged...
Dementia Australia have released a research report named ‘Discrimination and dementia- Enough is enough’. The report has identified that 65% of people surveyed who live with dementia and 58% of those who feel at risk of dementia believe discrimination towards people...
Getting a diagnosis of dementia is never easy. Both for the person getting the diagnosis, and their support network. Sometimes it can take a long time to get a diagnosis of dementia, and it can also be missed diagnosed at first.
Getting a diagnosis of dementia is never easy. Both for the person getting the diagnosis, and their support network. Sometimes it can take a long time to get a diagnosis of dementia, and it can also be missed diagnosed at first. Don’t underestimate the difference...
