Are you concerned about your memory or worried someone you know may have dementia? Dementia Australia is offering support in Bundaberg and Hervey Bay between 28 February and 3 March 2022.
There are an estimated 94,000 people living with dementia in Queensland. Without a medical breakthrough, this number is expected to increase to an estimated 207,000 people by 2058.
The 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. Please note, bookings are essential.
Events and education sessions include:
Younger Onset Dementia This session provides information specific to younger people diagnosed with dementia and their carers, exploring the unique impacts of younger onset dementia.
- Monday 28 February 1:00pm-2:30pm in Bundaberg
Worried About Your Memory? This session provides information on memory and common changes that may occur with ageing.
- Monday 28 February 3:00pm-4:30pm in Bundaberg
- Thursday 3 March 1:00pm-2:30pm in Hervey Bay
Grief, Loss and Dementia This session is an overview of the grief, loss and emotional impact of the changes caused by dementia.
- Tuesday 1 March 9:30am-12:00pm in Bundaberg
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.
- Tuesday 1 March 1:00pm-2:30pm in Bundaberg
- Thursday 3 March 9:30am-11:00am in Hervey Bay
It starts with you If you are passionate about your community being more dementia-friendly then this session is for you
- Tuesday 1 March 3:00pm-5:00pm in Bundaberg
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.
- Wednesday 2 March 9:30am-12:00pm in Bundaberg
Carer Gateway – Information Session This session provides information for families and carers on how to access free dementia specific services including counselling, coaching, connecting with other carers, practical assistance, planned and emergency respite.
- Wednesday 2 March 12:45pm-1:45pm in Bundaberg
- Thursday 3 March 11:30am-12:30pm in Hervey Bay
Bookings are essential. Visit https://www.dementia.org.au/brainhub/bundabergherveybay 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 v ital 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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