Are you concerned about your memory or worried that someone you know may have dementia? Dementia Australia is offering support in Port Augusta between 2-4 June 2025.
There are an estimated 35,000 people living with dementia in South Australia. Without a medical breakthrough this number is expected to increase to an estimated 55,600 people living with dementia by 2054.
The Dementia Australia sessions are an opportunity for people living with dementia, their carers, family, and friends to attend free education to better understand dementia and to discuss the support and services Dementia Australia can provide. Please note, bookings are essential unless otherwise specified.
Dementia information booth
Come say hello and have a chat to one of our Dementia Support Specialists about dementia and supports available. No bookings required.
- Monday 2 June, 1pm-3pm ACST, Port Augusta Library
Worried About Your Memory?
This session provides information on memory and common changes that may occur with ageing. It provides strategies for improving memory, when to seek help about your concerns and services provided by Dementia Australia.
- Tuesday 3 June, 1:30pm-3:30pm ACST
Understanding Dementia
This session provides an introduction to dementia including an overview of different types of dementia, diagnosis, planning ahead and how to support someone living with dementia.
- Wednesday 4 June, 1:30pm-3:30pm ACST
Bookings are essential. Visit https://www.dementia.org.au/get-involved/brain-hub/brain-hub-port-augusta for details and to register. You can also call the National Dementia Helpline to register for this course on 1800 100 500. The National Dementia Helpline is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
