Are you concerned about your memory or worried that someone you know may have dementia? Dementia Australia is offering a range of support in Warwick and Toowoomba, QLD between 31 August – 2 September 2021.
There are estimated to be more than 6,300 people living with dementia in federal electorates of Groom and Maranoa. Without a medical breakthrough, this number is expected to increase to an estimated 10,900 people living with dementia by 2058.
The Dementia Australia courses are an opportunity for people living with dementia and carers to attend free education sessions about dementia and to discuss the support and services Dementia Australia can provide. Please note, bookings are essential.
Events and education sessions include:
Grief, loss and dementia
This program provides an overview of dementia and caring for someone who has dementia, with a focus on practical tools to manage the emotions associated with change, including loss and grief.
· Tuesday 31 August 9.30am – 12pm AEST in Warwick, QLD
Understanding dementia – Community session
This session provides an introduction to dementia including an overview of different types of dementia, diagnosis, planning ahead and how to support someone living with dementia.
· Tuesday 31 August 1pm – 3pm AEST in Warwick, QLD
· Thursday 2 September 10am – 11.30am AEST in Toowoomba, QLD
It starts with you!
Are you passionate about your local community? Find out how you can make your community more dementia-friendly.
· Tuesday 31 August 3pm – 4pm AEST in Warwick, QLD
Communication and dementia
The session provides information on dementia, the way we communicate and how changes in communication can occur as a result of dementia.
· Wednesday 1 September 9.30am – 12pm AEST in Warwick, QLD
Worried about your memory?
This session provides information on memory and common changes that may occur with ageing. It provides strategies for improving memory, when to seek help about your concerns and services provided by Dementia Australia.
· Wednesday 1 September 9.30 – 11am AEST in Warwick, QLD
· Thursday 2 September 1pm – 2.30pm AEST in Toowoomba, QLD
Bookings for courses and sessions are essential. Visit https://www.dementia.org.au/brainhub/warwicktoowoomba to view details and register to attend.
Not able to attend? Dementia Australia is still here for you. The National Dementia Helpline is available on 1800 100 500 from 8am to 8pm, Monday to Friday excluding public holidays.
Dementia Australia is the source of trusted information, education and services for the estimated half a million Australians living with dementia, and the almost 1.6 million people involved in their care. We advocate for positive change and support vital research. We are here to support people impacted by dementia, and to enable them to live as well as possible. No matter how you are impacted by dementia or who you are, we are here for you.
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