Are you concerned about your memory or worried that someone you know may have dementia? Dementia Australia is offering support in Mildura between 17 – 20 March.
It is estimated there are approximately 1,140 people living with dementia in Mildura. Without a medical breakthrough this number is expected to increase to approximately 2,190 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.
Information stand
Say hello and have a chat to a Dementia Australia representative about dementia and supports available.
- Monday 17 March – Wednesday 19 March 10am-12pm
Dementia Australia day program
Join us for a free day of activities helping to connect you to the information, education and support you need. Learn about dementia, how to create a dementia-friendly community and hear from advocates. Please note, bookings are essential for this program.
- Thursday 20 March 10am-2pm
For more information or to register, please visit dementia.org.au/mildura. 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.
