Dementia is NOT a normal part of ageing @ Camden

South Western Sydney PHN is a not-for-profit health organisation dedicated to supporting general practitioners, practice nurses and other primary health providers to deliver the best possible care for their patients and improve access to quality local health care for the whole community.Servicing seven local government areas of Bankstown, Fairfield, Liverpool, Campbelltown, Camden, Wollondilly and Wingecarribee, South Western Sydney PHN is one of 31 primary health networks across Australia aiming to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of health services delivered in our region.We are doing this by supporting local clinicians; understanding the healthcare needs and service gaps in our community through planning and consultation; and by focusing on improving access to primary care services for patients, particularly those in our community at risk of poor health outcomes.

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Dementia is NOT a normal part of ageing’ event at Camden Civic Centre

Camden Civic Centre - Ferguson Gallery

Dementia is NOT a normal part of ageingDid you know dementia is the leading cause of death for women and the second most common cause of death among all Australians*?Too many of us consider being forgetful as part of ageing! Dementia is NOT a normal part of ageing and we should not be afraid to ask those tricky questions and talk about it.Let’s create a world where we can talk and support those with dementia!<h3>Following the session Camden Council’s FREE Cafe Connect will be there with great food, refreshments and service information! </h3>Events Details: To find out more about planning for possible future health challenges, SWSPHN will be hosting a free morning tea information session and discussion.Location: Camden Civic Centre, Ferguson Gallery, Cnr Oxley &amp; Mitchell Street Camden NSW 2570Time &amp; Date: 10am-12pm, Wednesday May 5Topics covered will include:<ul><li>Dementia - what it is, how it can affect future decision-making and prevention</li><li>Advance Care Planning – what it is and why it's important for people with dementia</li><li>Palliative care – why it is for people with dementia too and not only about dying or cancer</li><li>What I should know about organ and tissue donation decision-making</li></ul>Have your questions answered and find out more information.Everyone is welcome. Please register to attend.For more information: Contact Vitor Rocha at <a href="mailto:vitor.rocha@swsphn.com.au" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">vitor.rocha@swsphn.com.au</a> or call 02 4632 3000This event is supported by <a href="https://www.camden.nsw.gov.au/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Camden Council</a>. *Sources: Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2017** Four out of ten Australians - Source: Dementia Australia: Awareness and understanding of dementia in Australia. Research Report 2017

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