Are you concerned about your memory or worried someone you know may have dementia?
Dementia Australia is offering a range of support in Blue Mountains between 4 and 5 April 2022.
There are an estimated 161,600 people living with dementia in New South Wales. Without a medical breakthrough, this number is expected to increase to an estimated 345,000 people by 2058.
Dementia Australia courses are an opportunity for people living with dementia, their carers, family, and friends to attend free education and discuss the support and services Dementia Australia can provide.
Introduction to Dementia This session is an introduction to dementia, including an overview of different types of dementia, diagnosis, planning ahead and how to support someone living with dementia.
- Monday 4 April 10am-noon
Communication and Dementia This session provides information on dementia, the way we communicate and how changes in communication can occur as a result of dementia.
- Monday 4 April 1:00pm-3:30pm
Information stall Say hello and have a chat to friendly Dementia Australia staff at this information street stall.
- Tuesday 5 April 10:00am-1:00pm
Bookings are essential. Visit https://www.dementia.org.au/brainhub/bluemountains 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 from 8am-8pm, Monday to Friday excluding public holidays.
Dementia Australia is the source of trusted information, education and services for the estimated half a million Australians living with dementia, and the almost 1.6 million people involved in their care. We advocate for positive change and support vital research. We are here to support people impacted by dementia, and to enable them to live as well as possible. No matter how you are impacted by dementia or who you are, we are here for you.
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