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Dementia video series
Video: an introduction to dementia
Watch these videos to learn about dementia from an expert and how to reduce the risk of developing this condition.
Video: signs and diagnosis of dementia
These videos explain early warning signs of dementia, when to talk with your doctor and how dementia is diagnosed.
Video: dementia treatments and research
These videos cover treatment options for dementia, what can be done to delay its progression and dementia research.
Video: caring for someone with dementia
Watch these videos for advice on care options for people with dementia, and to find out what help is available for dementia carers.
Video: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and dementia
Watch Dr Mark Wenitong, a leader in Indigenous health, sharing insights on dementia management for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
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Dementia Australia | For people with dementia
Dementia Australia offers a range of education programs designed to support the specific needs of people living with dementia. Living with dementia program If you are living with early stage dementia or are a family carer for someone with dementia, you are welcome to join our early intervention program. You will get information and support through sharing your experiences
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Dementia Australia | Support for people with dementia in ACT
Dementia Australia ACT offers a range of services for people living with dementia or those concerned about increasing lapses of memory.
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Dementia Australia | For people with dementia - SA
The Client Services Team offer a range of services designed to support the specific needs of people living with dementia.
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Dementia Australia | Dementia In My Family
Dementia in My Family offers valuable resources and information for children and adults who either know someone living with dementia or have dementia in the family.
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Dementia Australia | Planning for the future
Money matters Make sure that all your important documents such as insurance policies, mortgage and financial papers are the way you want them to be. Tell someone you trust where they are kept. In most states and territories, a person can sign a document called an 'enduring power of attorney'. An enduring power of attorney is a legal arrangement that enables a nominated
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Dementia Australia | Engage, Enable, Empower
Watch and read about the experiences of people living with dementia. Meet people like Trish (pictured), who wish to share their story so that they can help others living with a diagnosis of dementia.
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Dementia Australia | Dementia Friendly Home app
The Dementia-Friendly Home app provides carers with ideas to make their home more accessible for people living with dementia. With 70% of people with dementia living in the community, the app enables the home to be made more dementia-friendly. This can allow the person to stay in their own home, enjoy their regular lifestyle activities and remain engaged with their community
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Dementia Australia | Support groups - NSW
Support Groups give you an opportunity to meet with others in a similar situation to share experiences, learn new ideas for skills for living with dementia and engaging in mutual problem solving. What happens at a Support Group?
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Dementia Australia | Services available for people with younger onset dementia
The task of living with or caring for someone with younger onset dementia can be difficult, and at times feel overwhelming. However, there are a number of organisations which provide services to help both the person living with dementia and their carers continue caring for people with dementia at home.
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Dementia Australia | Services available for people with younger onset dementia
The task of living with or caring for someone with younger onset dementia can be difficult, and at times feel overwhelming. However, there are a number of organisations which provide services to help both the person living with dementia and their carers continue caring for people with dementia at home.
Read more on Dementia Australia website
Top results
Psychological treatments for depression and anxiety in dementia and mild cognitive impairment | Cochrane
Authors' conclusions: We found evidence that psychological interventions added to usual care can reduce symptoms of depression and clinician-rated anxiety for people with dementia
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Exercise for Dementia
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A Day in the Life of a Patient With Dementia
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Enrich Your Exercise Programs: Add a Cognitive Overlay
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Rivastigmine for people with Alzheimer's disease | Cochrane
Authors' conclusions: Rivastigmine (6 to 12 mg daily orally or 9
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Cognitive Impairment
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Therapy-based rehabilitation services for patients living at home more than one year after stroke | Cochrane
Authors' conclusions: This review highlights the dearth of evidence investigating long-term therapy-based rehabilitation interventions for patients with stroke
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Spiritual Care - Synthesis
Spiritual Care - Synthesis
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Dignity and Quality of Life
Dignity and Quality of Life
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Legal - Advance Care Directives Factsheet
An Advance Care Directive can be a useful tool for people to communicate instructions about future health care decisions. This factsheet explains the key legal principles on Advance Care Directives.
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