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Royal Commission into aged care commences with a promising focus on learning from past mistakes
Current system continues to fail the people it’s designed to protect
Shared responsibility, holistic, informed approach - the solution for dementia care plans
10,000 additional Home Care Packages will improve the lives of many senior Australians living with dementia
Aged care prioritised nationally but dementia still not core business
Carers a welcome priority in Victoria
Tic tac toe with a tango twist, virtual fishing with ocean sounds and a classic maze game - all part of new app for A Better Visit
Dementia Australia and Dementia Alliance International to globally champion rights of people living with dementia
Advance care planning crucial for people living with dementia - and the carer
The Virtual Forest interactive game recognised at the ITAC 2018 Awards

Calendar

Family Carer Workshop - Thursday 24 January - Glenside
Considering Residential Care - Fri 1 February 2019 - Brisbane North
Family Carers Course - Tue 5 February 2019 - Brisbane North
Family Carer Program - February - Glenside
Considering Residential Care - Wed 6 February 2019 - Rockhampton
Recently diagnosed with dementia - Wednesday 6 February - Goulburn
Family Carers Course - Thu 7 February 2019 - Townsville
Considering Residential Care - Mon 11 February 2019 - Sunshine Coast
Considering Residential Care - Tue 12 February 2019 - Gold Coast
Your Brain Matters by Dementia Australia - Tuesday 12 February - Bacchus Marsh
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Dementia advocates marry after 34 years together

Featured resources

Dementia and your legal rights
Dementia language guidelines
Family and friends matter
LGBTI and dementia
Medicines and dementia: what you need to know
Men's Shed manual
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Worried about your memory?
Younger Onset Dementia and the NDIS