Are you concerned about your memory or worried that someone you know may have dementia? Dementia Australia is offering support in Mackay, Isaac and Whitsunday region between 18 and 22 November.
It is estimated there around 82,270 people living with all forms of dementia in Queensland. Without a medical breakthrough this number is expected to increase to around 168,300 people living with dementia by 2054.
These Dementia Australia sessions are an opportunity for people living with dementia, their carers, family, and friends to attend free education to better understand dementia and to discuss the support and services Dementia Australia can provide. Please note, bookings are essential.
Carer Gateway Information Session
This session provides information for families and carers on how to access free dementia specific services including counselling, coaching, connecting with other carers, practical assistance, planned and emergency respite.
- Monday 18 November, 2pm-3pm AEST in Mackay
Understanding Dementia
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.
- Monday 18 November, 3:30pm-5pm AEST in Mackay
- Thursday 21 November, 10:30am-12pm AEST in Proserpine
Understanding Changes in Behaviour
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.
- Tuesday 19 November, 9:30am-11am AEST in Mackay
EDIE for Family Carers
This session enhances knowledge of dementia through virtual reality technology that allows participants to see the world through the eyes of a person living with dementia.
- Tuesday 19 November, 9:30am-12:30pm AEST in Proserpine
- Wednesday 20 November, 1pm-4pm AEST in Mackay
- Friday 22 November, 9am-12pm AEST in Mackay
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.
- Tuesday 19 November, 1pm-3:30pm AEST in Mackay
- Thursday 21 November, 1pm-3:30pm AEST in Proserpine
Carer Gateway Information Session
This session provides information for families and carers on how to access free dementia specific services including counselling, coaching, connecting with other carers, practical assistance, planned and emergency respite.
- Tuesday 19 November, 1:30pm-2:30pm AEST in Proserpine
Creating a Dementia-Friendly Mackay
Are you passionate about creating a community where everyone is valued, understood, and supported? A dementia-friendly community is one where people living with dementia feel empowered, respected, and included in all aspects of life. Together, we can make Mackay a place where everyone can thrive.
- Wednesday 20 November, 11am-12pm AEST in Mackay
Dementia Supports & Networking Session
This session will provide information about supports available in the dementia landscape. Local organisations will be invited to speak about what they are doing to support people living with dementia in their regions.
- Wednesday 20 November, 9am-10:30am AEST in Mackay
- Thursday 21 November, 9am-10am AEST in Proserpine
Carer Wellness Program
This session focuses on the health and wellbeing of those involved in caring for a person living with dementia, whether they live with you or elsewhere. Carers may include partners, family members and friends.
- Thursday 21 November, 9am-2pm AEST in Mackay
Grief, Loss and Dementia
This session provides an overview of the grief, loss and emotional impact of the changes caused by dementia.
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Friday 22 November, 9:30am-12:30pm AEST in Mackay
Bookings are essential. Visit https://www.dementia.org.au/brain-hub-qld-mackay-isaac-whitsunday-region for details and to register. You can also call the National Dementia Helpline to register for this course on 1800 100 500. The National Dementia Helpline is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Dementia Australia is the source of trusted information, education and services for the estimated more than 421,000 Australians living with dementia, and the more than 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.
For support, please contact the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500. An interpreter service is available. The National Dementia Helpline is funded by the Australian Government. People looking for information can also visit dementia.org.au
Media contacts: Andrea Hogan, Media & Communications Manager, 0406 904 118, Andrea.Hogan@dementia.org.au
When talking or writing about dementia please refer to Dementia-Friendly Language Guidelines.
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