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…ifications. Restorative and compensatory techniques aim to maintain independence, preserve cognition, and foster a sense of control and confidence. Env…

…developing a framework and approach to support Dementia Friendly Communities (DFCs) to evaluate their impact. Following considerable research includin…

…alth Organization’s 12 recommendations to improve brain health and reduce the risk of cognitive decline include: Quit smoking Drink alcohol in moderati…

…ory clinics and medical and community settings. What does CST involve? All CST programs are presented in manuals to ensure the consistency and fidelity…

…poor heart health. Fats and oils that come from plants, such as olive oil, avocados, nuts and seeds are healthier. Fats that come from animals, such as…

…nment is acting upon a recommendation of the Royal Commission into Safety and Quality in Aged Care to improve the design of residential caged care. The…

…rd finding difficulties and communication are the earliest signs which lead to profound impacts on everyday conversations, activities and life roles.1…

…sed dementia diagnoses. Underreporting and stigma experienced by patients and their families Limited screening tools Time constraints of GPs Lack of tr…

…gn improved the way in which they communicated dementia diagnosis and provided more post-diagnostic information and supports….

…out in the way they intended. Communication changes can be frustrating for both the person living with dementia and their family and friends. Such cha…

…ve recipe ideas: https://www.driscolls.com.au/collections *Hannah works as a dietitian at AH Diabetes, an allied health diabetes practice in Toowoomba,…

…care to patients in the community with complex chronic disease who frequently attend hospitals, with the aim of reducing hospital visits. How to regis…

…th local primary health and community organisations as well as Dementia Australia. Professor Lee-Fay Low said: We want Australians to be able to recogn…

…uch as single-leg knee bends or coming to stand from a chair with no arms. Exercises are performed continuously for one minute, with a one-minute passi…

…to volunteer lifesaving and competing in the SLR championships. Bill dives headfirst into his training with his framework of support that includes a ne…

…creating a dementia-friendly communities. Learn how Ballina does it and how you can do this for your community, patients, clients and your own loved o…

…Group Homes Australia Founder and Executive Director, Tamar Krebs, said, “People diagnosed with other chronic illness receive resources and support to…

…full results are soon to be published and presented at a conference. Eli Lilly plan to apply for approval via the FDA in the US in the next few months….

…da, the Netherlands, Poland and the United Kingdom. The survey explored people with dementia and carer’s experiences with support provided after diagno…

…ogical conditions, immunocompromising conditions, diabetes and other metabolic disorders, renal disease, and haematological disorders). Aboriginal and…

…ness, make appointments and find information. But rarely it seems that creators of website take time to consider how older people, less familiar with c…

…rength. Occupational therapists can undertake an assessment of your home and provide tailored advice or suggest modifications to reduce falls risk. Thi…

…s or muscle twitching (hands and arms, or mouth such as chewing, lip-smacking or swallowing). These symptoms can be fleeting and are often missed or co…

…t frontal dementia may become apathetic, socially disinhibited or socially unaware. They often have trouble with judgement, making decisions or problem…

…we communicate with friends and family, shop, do banking, conduct business, access government services, and find information. And constant technologic…

…y them. Occupational therapy and home modifications focus on keeping you independent and doing things for yourself. You can get subsidised occupational…

…designed to suit health and community organisations that are committed to safe, inclusive practice and service delivery for LGBTQI+ people. Dementia Tr…

…utaneous preparation is under trial. Eisai and Biogen will sell the drug at $US26,500 annually. Patients are advised to have three MRI scans over the f…

…nhance program outcomes and community control Build the capacity of communities and program staff to collect data and use evidence to direct the social…

…heck if the destination and accommodation is dementia friendly, plan travel routes, pack extra clothing and food and allow extra time. Read the Forward…

…s to provide friendship and companionship to older people. Visits are available to anyone who: receives government-subsidised residential aged care or…

…6 of the sleep program and complete a sleep diary. Completing a follow up questionnaire at the end of the sleep program and an optional questionnaire…

…e professionals. Understand appropriate and accessible formats for providing information, and Probe the most appropriate ways in which information can…

…education, mindfulness, and capacity building program Care of People with dementia in their Environments (COPE) program The SPICE program is primarily…

…entia can forget to eat and become malnourished. Mediterranean diet Research shows that a Mediterranean diet can help prevent dementia, but we don’t ha…

…at I don’t quite understand, and for links to other resources, like the sensory book.” Another carer, Graeme, has supported his wife with dementia for…

….” Whilst family and friends, and even professionals working in the field of dementia can be supportive to some extent, they don’t really know how we f…

…you. You have to understand and accept the diagnosis. As soon as you can do that, you can start moving on with your life,” Bill Yeates, Dementia Advoca…

…ghlighting the humanity and innovation that have, and always will be, in this space. The conference covered topics from dementia prevention to death an…

…Canada, Netherlands, Poland and the UK. We share a common mission to better support people with dementia and carers after diagnosis. Websites and resou…

…to terms with dementia and adapting to the caring role. It is important to seek help, and skills training if needed. Read our recent blog about new po…

…repared for future life and communication changes. Goals like these are aimed at maximising your independence and your life participation. Step 3: Your…

…upport. Topics include: Understanding more about the impact of dementia An introduction to respite, including respite planning How to access community…

…f poor health generally and complicate management of illnesses such as diabetes, chronic heart failure and respiratory diseases. Preventing oral diseas…

…places, like libraries and community centres, with a trained facilitator. Everyone takes turns to read poems or novels aloud to the group and discuss…

…outdoor space, balcony and indoor gardening has become more popular, with indoor hydroponic kits, terrariums, herb gardens and “living walls”. Gardeni…

…und; or from Pacific Island, Indian subcontinent or Chinese cultural background women who have given birth to a child over 4.5 kgs (9 lbs) or had gesta…

…ay how drinking within recommended guidelines affects the brain. However, adopting a healthy lifestyle throughout your life can help reduce the risk of…

…urse advisors can recommend appropriate continence aids (eg. pads, special underwear and bed protection) and using new electronic bidets that replace e…

…riving is part of being independent as well as a way of getting to places. The quick reaction times, coordination and problem solving that are needed t…

…significant leap in our understanding around music and the brain in the early nineties with the advent of brain imaging. We’ve learnt that we process m…

…le living with dementia and community support organisations. Many regional galleries also offer art and dementia programs – for example – the Lismore R…

…ry: support from family and the Turkish community Betty’s story: help to stay independent at home Tam’s story: support and education in the Vietnamese…

…fe to drive, they will recommend that you take a Fitness to Drive assessment. Fitness to Drive assessments are usually conducted by occupational therap…

…luding general practice and community care services, nurses have a fundamental role in the prevention of chronic disease. Nurses promote physical activ…

…you. You have to understand and accept the diagnosis. As soon as you can do that, you can start moving on with your life.” I didn’t process my diagnosi…

…roval. In March 2022 an independent analysis by Ross et al. published found there was no cost benefit from using this medication. On 7th April 2022, th…

…ring power of attorney, and enduring guardianship documents in place means your wishes will be undertaken in the future. Many people find it uncomforta…

…ated a series of videos and comic strips co-produced with CALD communities to increase awareness of dementia in these communities. My Aged Care provide…

…al and Torres Strait Islander communities to lead a healthy life and keep stories alive for generations. Part 2 explains what you can do to lead a brai…

…tia. Also consider home and community services which help you at home or when out an about. These services are provided through the Federal government’…

…r OT is Occupational Therapist. Find an OT. Many people living with dementia have found the UTAS Dementia MOOC useful to learn more about dementia. My…

…2 500 NSW Disaster Relief via Service NSW: 13 77 88 Queensland Community Recovery hotline: 1800 173 349…

…s often under-diagnosed and under-treated. Most people don’t realise the considerable impacts of hearing loss, or that it is linked with serious condit…

…Mirror, with home snaps and captions of people with dementia doing something they love. Ongoing contribution of people with dementia and their carers i…

…py 3.14 Occupational therapy and home modifications. Carers can read the following articles on this website: 2.12 Be assertive with doctors and other p…

…blue, yellow and green) and competed in a range of events including freestyle, butterfly, breaststroke, backstroke, dog paddle, dolphin diving and pool…

…we need often increases and becomes more complicated. It is therefore important to regularly review your medications, particularly after being at hospi…

…al and Torres Strait Islander people), and family history. Minimise your risk It’s never too late to minimise your risk of vascular dementia and heart…

…online courses helpful and enjoy completing them. The courses are known as Massive Online Open Courses or ‘MOOCS’. MOOCS offer quality information and…

…ion, an exercise class finder and a Build Your Balance Exercise video. Healthy and Active Online – NSW only Healthy and Active for Life Online is a FRE…

…who support you (family and friends, professionals) to understand what you want, so they can help you achieve your plan. Read the Forward with Dementia…

…ned to create awareness and understanding among children of changes that can occur as a result of dementia and memory loss. Even if you don’t have a fa…

…Therapies to help memory and thinking about other cognitive stimulation therapy and brain training and how this can benefit people living with dementia…

…Communicate with family and friends about how things may be different this year and how you need to be supported. For more information, read 2.13 Manag…

…hospitals and AngliCare and BaptistCare. Please note: The I-HARP program has been offered as part of a clinical trial and resources will soon be availa…

…nment, daily activities and communication to support the person with dementia’s capabilities; use problem solving; and, lower carer stress. For each ta…

…mentia, beyond the medical focus on cause and treatment, and beyond the messages of doom and gloom….

…and provide friendship and companionship. The program is beneficial for both the volunteers and the older people. You can request to have a visit or b…

…opportunity to discuss and understand your experiences of the Forward with Dementia program in more detail, and to understand how the project may have…

…are other organisations and individuals with similar objectives who are already one step ahead. They’re already implementing successful programs to imp…

…th dementia and carers find attending an education and support group, or an online support group really useful to learn more about dementia, share stor…

…o lack of understanding and common myths and negative stereotypes about the condition. It is important to challenges these myths and stereotypes and gu…

…but also good for our minds and has the potential to slow the progression of dementia. Travelling for leisure is an activity that everyone should be a…

…healthcare.com.au/healthcare/st-vincents-health-and*]}*-community-services/…

…ns for your doctor. We recommend newly diagnosed people and their carers can learn from other dementia experts, including advocates and people living w…

…nteractions with family and friends). If you exercised more during lockdown, this is also a great routine to continue, particularly given the benefits…

…their affairs in order and warned about driving. And that was it! Those days are over … or they should be! We can do a lot better,” said Professor Hen…

…iagnosed with dementia: Understanding the diagnosis – making sense of what you are going through and what to expect Coming to terms with the diagnosis…

…da, the Netherlands, Poland and the United Kingdom. “In the past, people were told nothing could be done. They may have been given some medication, ask…

…gen worked with the FDA and applied for approval of the drug. Despite the FDA’s own external advisory group voting almost unanimously against approval,…