DementiaSupportAustralia @DemSupportAu

Dementia is experienced differently by each person and our work seeks to recognise and respond individually to these changes. dementia.com.au Joined April 2020

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DementiaSupportAustralia @DemSupportAu

a year ago

The importance of proactive behaviour support in our @DemSupportAu program at play here. Early interventions, support for carers and building new resources in partnership #makeadifference #rarerdementias

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a year ago

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DementiaSupportAustralia @DemSupportAu

2 years ago

We are experiencing some delays due to the national Optus network outage. If you are having issues connecting with us via the helpline, please try other referral methods such as Live Chat or online via our website hubs.li/Q0286-wv0. Thank you for your understanding.

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DementiaSupportAustralia @DemSupportAu

2 years ago

When a person with dementia doesn’t recognise their surroundings or the people around them, they may want to leave. Watch our new video with Geriatrician Professor Sue Kurrle to learn more about wanting to leave or go home. hubs.li/Q01-0PDx0

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DementiaSupportAustralia @DemSupportAu

2 years ago

The person you care for may be restless at night or wake very early, They may not be able to tell the difference between night and day. There are many reasons why a person’s sleep might change, Watch Geriatrician Professor Sue Kurrle to learn more hubs.li/Q01-0NZC0

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DementiaSupportAustralia @DemSupportAu

2 years ago

Many things can lead to changes in personal care routine. The person you care for might be in pain, feel cold or confused, or no longer recognise objects. Watch Geriatrician Professor Sue Kurrle's tips on how to reduce distress during personal care. hubs.li/Q01-0Rsz0

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DementiaSupportAustralia @DemSupportAu

2 years ago

Seeing or hearing things that are not there can be confusing and frightening for the person you care for and you. Learn more about hallucinations from Geriatrician, Professor Sue Kurrle. hubs.li/Q01-0RHw0

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DementiaSupportAustralia @DemSupportAu

2 years ago

It can be confusing and confronting when the person you care for says or does things that are out of character or rude. Watch Geriatrician Professor Sue Kurrle explain why this may occur due to changes in the brain, triggers in the environment, or illness. hubs.li/Q01-0PDm0

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DementiaSupportAustralia @DemSupportAu

2 years ago

Watching someone you care for lose interest in the world around them can be disheartening. Watch Geriatrician, Professor Sue Kurrle, explain how apathy can affect a person with dementia: hubs.li/Q01YKzw_0 Learn more about behaviour changes visit: hubs.li/Q01YKthk0

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DementiaSupportAustralia @DemSupportAu

2 years ago

Did you hear about the new Alzheimer’s drug being hailed as a ‘turning point’. Our Head of Clinical Services, @StephenMacfarl4, digs into what donanemab could mean for those with the condition in this article. #domanemab #alzheimers @ConversationEDU hubs.li/Q01Yhl970

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DementiaSupportAustralia @DemSupportAu

2 years ago

When someone doesn’t feel familiar in their surroundings, they can often feel scared, confused, or sad. Geriatrician, Professor Sue Kurrle, explains why a person living with dementia may become anxious here: hubs.li/Q01XKVX50 Learn more: hubs.li/Q01XKQBp0

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DementiaSupportAustralia @DemSupportAu

2 years ago

Watch the Staying at Home story reported on Channel 9 News recently: youtube.com/watch?v=rjdZeB… To learn more about Staying at Home or to register your interest, please visit dementia.com.au/dsa-staying-at… call 1800 699 799.

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DementiaSupportAustralia @DemSupportAu

2 years ago

We’re grateful for the ABC News Breakfast team for their coverage of our national campaign, which has been launched to let Australian families know we’re here to help. Watch the interview with the Head of Dementia Support Australia, Marie Alford. youtube.com/watch?v=BT1YKP…

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DementiaSupportAustralia @DemSupportAu

2 years ago

If you’re caring for someone living with dementia, it can be hard seeing changes in their day-to-day behaviour. We’re here to help, day or night, anywhere across Australia. Check out our newly launched awareness campaign youtube.com/watch?v=2mDGtZ…

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DementiaSupportAustralia @DemSupportAu

2 years ago

Dementia can affect us all. It’s the reality we’ve confronted in our new awareness campaign showcased on @ACurrentAffair9. If you care for someone living with dementia experiencing behaviour changes, reach out for 24/7 free dementia support on 1800 699 799 youtu.be/BttZoW0Xbu0

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Australian Dementia Research Forum 2025 @ADRF2025

2 years ago

@HammondCare will have 6 SDPC units by December 2023, purpose built to reflect the 10 Dementia Enabling Environment Principles and providing specialised care through nurses, allied health, geriatricians and others. #ADRF2023

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Reconciliation Australia @RecAustralia

2 years ago

Today we launch National Reconciliation Week 2023. Be a Voice for Generations means carrying on the work of those who came before us and using our power, our words, and our actions to create a better, more just Australia for generations to come. nrw.reconciliation.org.au #NRW2023

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The Conversation - Australia + New Zealand @ConversationEDU

2 years ago

The alleged tasering of a 95-year-old woman with dementia at a NSW aged care home brings attention to the issue of dementia-related behaviours and symptoms. #dementia bit.ly/3MG3hmE

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DementiaSupportAustralia @DemSupportAu

2 years ago

The Staying at Home program - a supportive environment for carers & people with dementia to empower & upskill carers to support a person living with dementia to remain at home for as long as possible. Register your interest here. hubs.li/Q01M9k430