Boya Community Centre
119 Scott Street, Boya, WA, Australia
Understanding Dementia session by Dementia Australia.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.You will gain knowledge in:types of dementia, signs and symptomsthe experience of living with dementiaavailable services and where to access support.Suitable for: People living with dementia, their family carers, family […]
Kalamunda Public Library
7 Williams Street, Kalamunda, WA, Australia
Communication and Dementia session by Dementia Australia. Suitable for: Family carers and family members of people living with dementia.The session provides information on dementia, the way we communicate and how changes in communication can occur as a result of dementia.You will gain knowledge on:different types and symptoms of dementiathe brain and its function in relation to communicationstrategies for more effective […]
High Wycombe Library
15 Markham Road, High Wycombe, WA, Australia
Driving and Dementia program by Dementia Australia. Suitable for: People living with dementia who are still driving, and family carers.This program provides information about the impact of dementia on driving. It offers tips for recognising when dementia is impacting on someone’s ability to drive safely, the importance of planning ahead, and acknowledging the significance of retiring from driving.You will gain […]
Forrestfield Public Library
20 Strelitzia Avenue, Forrestfield, WA, Australia
Activities at Home session by Dementia Australia. Suitable for: Family carers and family members of people living with dementia.This practical session assists carers looking after someone at home to plan engaging activities. It promotes independence and wellbeing by focusing on what the person with dementia can still do.You will gain knowledge in:how dementia can impact a person’s ability to participate […]
Boya Community Centre
119 Scott Street, Boya, WA, Australia
Understanding Changes in Behaviour session by Dementia Australia. For: Family carers and family members of people living with dementia.This session provides an introduction to dementia and changes to the brain, effects on behaviour and the impacts of changed behaviour. It will introduce problem solving models, including strategies to minimise and respond to changed behaviour.You will gain knowledge in:changed behaviours related […]
High Wycombe Library
15 Markham Road, High Wycombe, WA, Australia
Exploring Respite session by Dementia Australia. Suitable for: People living with dementia and their family carers and family members.This session is about the process of considering respite services and preparing for them. It includes information about types of respite, how to access services, and strategies for preparing for respite. Participants will also be supported to recognise their emotions and share […]
Kalamunda Public Library
7 Williams Street, Kalamunda, WA, Australia
Considering Residential Care session by Dementia Australia. Suitable for: Family carers and family members of people living with dementia.This session provides information about the process of considering and preparing for residential care. It includes strategies to help family carers to decide when residential care may be needed, information on the process for application, and understanding the emotional impact of the change.You […]
Understanding Dementia session by Dementia Australia.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.You will gain knowledge in:types of dementia, signs and symptomsthe experience of living with dementiaavailable services and where to access support.Suitable for: People living with dementia, their family carers, family […]
Future Planning: Beyond Diagnosis program by Dementia Australia. Suitable for people living with dementia and their family/carers.This program provides guidance for people living with dementia, their family members and family carers to plan for the future, once they have come to terms with a diagnosis of dementia and understand the symptoms and impacts of dementia.It includes topics such as accommodation […]
Communication and Dementia session by Dementia Australia. Suitable for: Family carers and family members of people living with dementia.The session provides information on dementia, the way we communicate and how changes in communication can occur as a result of dementia.You will gain knowledge on:different types and symptoms of dementiathe brain and its function in relation to communicationstrategies for more effective […]
Dementia and Your Caring Role program by Dementia Australia. Suitable for: Family carers and family members of people living with dementia.This program provides an understanding of dementia and how to care for someone living with dementia.It includes strategies and resources for:communicating effectivelymeaningful activitiesunderstanding changes in behaviourmaking your home dementia-friendlythe impact of caring for someone with dementia.Suitable for: Family carers and family […]
Understanding Younger Onset Dementia session by Dementia Australia.This session provides an introduction to younger onset dementia and the unique impacts of a diagnosis of dementia earlier in life. It includes:types of younger onset dementia, signs and symptomsthe impact of younger onset dementiaunderstanding changes in communication and behaviourstarting points for planning aheadan overview of services and supports.Suitable for: People recently diagnosed […]
Exploring Respite session by Dementia Australia. Suitable for: People living with dementia and their family carers and family members.This session is about the process of considering respite services and preparing for them. It includes information about types of respite, how to access services, and strategies for preparing for respite. Participants will also be supported to recognise their emotions and share […]
Understanding Changes in Behaviour session by Dementia Australia. For: Family carers and family members of people living with dementia.This session provides an introduction to dementia and changes to the brain, effects on behaviour and the impacts of changed behaviour. It will introduce problem solving models, including strategies to minimise and respond to changed behaviour.You will gain knowledge in:changed behaviours related […]
Living With Dementia Program by Dementia Australia. Suitable for: People living with dementia and their family carers and family members.This 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 […]
Grief, Loss and Dementia session by Dementia Australia. Suitable for: Family carers and family members of people living with dementia.This session provides an overview of the grief, loss and emotional impact of the changes caused by dementia. It provides information about the kinds of change and loss experienced with dementia, the ways people may experience and express their grief, and […]
Caring in the Later Stages program by Dementia Australia. Suitable for family members and family carers.This program offers information and support for family members and carers who are preparing for or supporting someone in the later stages of dementia.It includes topics such as the progression of dementia, health care in the later stages, strategies for adjusting to change, tips for […]
Mild Cognitive Impairment session by Dementia Australia.This session provides information about mild cognitive impairment, including diagnosis, progression, treatment and management strategies.You will gain knowledge in:mild cognitive impairmentstrategies to assist with changes related to mild cognitive impairmentservices and accessing support.Suitable for: People diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment, people concerned about their cognition and their family carers and family members. This session […]
Riverton Library
67 Riley Road, Riverton, WA, Australia
Understanding Dementia session by Dementia Australia.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.You will gain knowledge in:types of dementia, signs and symptomsthe experience of living with dementiaavailable services and where to access support.Suitable for: People living with dementia, their family carers, family […]
Considering Residential Care session by Dementia Australia. Suitable for: Family carers and family members of people living with dementia.This session provides information about the process of considering and preparing for residential care. It includes strategies to help family carers to decide when residential care may be needed, information on the process for application, and understanding the emotional impact of the change.You […]
Understanding Dementia session by Dementia Australia.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.You will gain knowledge in:types of dementia, signs and symptomsthe experience of living with dementiaavailable services and where to access support.Suitable for: People living with dementia, their family carers, family […]
Riverton Library
67 Riley Road, Riverton, WA, Australia
Communication and Dementia session by Dementia Australia. Suitable for: Family carers and family members of people living with dementia.The session provides information on dementia, the way we communicate and how changes in communication can occur as a result of dementia.You will gain knowledge on:different types and symptoms of dementiathe brain and its function in relation to communicationstrategies for more effective […]
Communication and Dementia session by Dementia Australia. Suitable for: Family carers and family members of people living with dementia.The session provides information on dementia, the way we communicate and how changes in communication can occur as a result of dementia.You will gain knowledge on:different types and symptoms of dementiathe brain and its function in relation to communicationstrategies for more effective […]
Mild Cognitive Impairment: Thinking Ahead program by Dementia Australia. Suitable for: People diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment.Dementia Australia is now offering a free group program for people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI).What the program offers:information about MCI and its symptomspractical tips to manage changes associated with MCIways to improve brain health and minimize the risk of developing dementiainformation about services […]
Understanding Changes in Behaviour session by Dementia Australia. For: Family carers and family members of people living with dementia.This session provides an introduction to dementia and changes to the brain, effects on behaviour and the impacts of changed behaviour. It will introduce problem solving models, including strategies to minimise and respond to changed behaviour.You will gain knowledge in:changed behaviours related […]
Riverton Library
67 Riley Road, Riverton, WA, Australia
Understanding Changes in Behaviour session by Dementia Australia. For: Family carers and family members of people living with dementia.This session provides an introduction to dementia and changes to the brain, effects on behaviour and the impacts of changed behaviour. It will introduce problem solving models, including strategies to minimise and respond to changed behaviour.You will gain knowledge in:changed behaviours related […]
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