This Online program provides an overview of dementia and how to proceed after a diagnosis. It covers coping with change, relationships and communication, planning for the future and staying healthy.
You will gain knowledge in:
- dementia and related issues such as planning for the future
- strategies for living positively with dementia including support
- the management, reduction and/or prevention of behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia.
Suitable for: People in the early to mid stages of dementia, their family carers and family members (carers cannot attend alone). Not suitable for paid carers or health professionals, people without a diagnosis or people living with dementia who do not acknowledge their diagnosis.
If you register, you'll be contacted by Dementia Australia to ensure that the program meets your needs and that you're eligible. You will need to attend multiple sessions or a block of time, and should be willing to participate in a workshop and therapeutic environment.
This program runs over 7 sessions:
- Friday 18 October 2024, from 10am to 12pm
- Friday 25 October 2024, from 10am to 12pm
- Friday 1 November 2024, from 10am to 12pm
- Friday 8 November 2024, from 10am to 12pm
- Friday 15 November 2024, from 10am to 12pm
- Friday 22 November 2024, from 10am to 12pm
- Friday 29 November 2024, from 10am to 12pm
Dementia Australia's facilitators have specialist dementia knowledge, skills and experience. This program is delivered interactively, you will be encouraged to share your experiences alongside other participants giving you an opportunity to develop new support networks.
FAQs
How do I access the Online Sessions?
The sessions will be delivered via Zoom, and the link will be provided prior to the start of the program.
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
For event related enquiries please contact Ali Boyle on 0490 375 098 or email Alison.Boyle@dementia.org.au
Alternatively for general enquires you can contact the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500 or email helpline@dementia.org.au.
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
It is ideal if you can bring your ticket. However, if you have completed your registration we will have your details and forgetting your ticket won’t be a problem.
How can I find out about other events being run by Dementia Australia?
Visit the Dementia Australia website and view the Events Calendar.
What is available to professionals?
This event is not suitable for professional carers or people employed in the health or aged care industries. The resources, content and delivery will not meet the needs of professionals. To explore Dementia Australia’s range of professional development please visit the Centre for Dementia Learning.
