Are you caring for a loved one who is living with dementia? Dementia Australia is holding a free education course for residents living in Maryborough.
In 2018, there are estimated to be more than 82,000 people living with dementia in Queensland and more than 3,600 of these people live in the federal electorate of Wide Bay.
Without a medical breakthrough, the number of people in Queensland living with dementia is expected to increase to more than 116,000 people by 2028 and more than 207,000 people by 2058.
The aim of Dementia Australia's education sessions are to provide support for Queensland residents living with dementia by providing information to carers who are involved in their care.
Dementia Australia's Family Carers Course provides information on maintaining a healthy and respectful relationship through effective communication and understanding between a person living with dementia and their care giver.
Courses also provide carers with an opportunity to meet with others who are sharing a similar experience, allowing time to socialise and share important links to local support services that support carer well-being.
The course will be in Maryborough on Friday 9 November between 9.30am and 2.30pm.
Topics include:
• The nature of dementia
• Effective communication
• The impact of dementia
• Activities for living and pleasure
• Understanding and responding to behaviours of concern
All Dementia Australia education courses are delivered in a friendly, safe and supportive environment by trained Dementia Australia staff.
Registration for the course is essential. To register, or for
