Are you concerned about your memory or worried that someone you know may have dementia? Dementia Australia is offering support in Huonville on Wednesday 19 March.
It is estimated there are approximately 349 people living with dementia in Huon Valley. Without a medical breakthrough this number is expected to increase to approximately 494 people by 2054.
The 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.
Dementia Q&A Session
Join us for an interactive community dementia Q&A session. On the panel we will be joined by Dementia Advocates, Huon Valley Mayor Sally Doyle, Wicking Dementia Centre and South East Tasmanian Aboriginal Corporation (SETAC). Everyone is encouraged to come along and ask any questions about dementia.
- Wednesday 19 March 11am-12pm
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. Please note, bookings are essential.
- Wednesday 19 March 1:30pm-3pm
Service Providers & Community Groups Expo
Meet with various local service providers and community groups to discover what other services are available to you in the local area.
- Thursday 20 March 10am-2pm
For more information or to register, please visit dementia.org.au/huonville. You can also call the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500. The National Dementia Helpline is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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Dementia Australia is the source of trusted information, education and services for the estimated 433,300 Australians living with dementia, and the estimated 1.7 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: Megan Jones, Media and Communications Advisor, 0411 461 678, megan.jones@dementia.org.au
Andrea Hogan, Media and 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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If this story has prompted any questions or concerns, please call the National Dementia Helpline 1800 100 500 (24 hours, 7 days a week) or visit dementia.org.au.