Dementia Australia solemnly acknowledges the Victorian State Memorial Service to honour and celebrate Allan Moffat OBE to be held today at Melbourne Town Hall.
Mr Moffat, the Motorsport racing legend died from Alzheimer’s disease on 22 November and was a Patron of Dementia Australia following his decision to speak out publicly about his diagnosis to help raise funds and awareness of dementia.
Dementia Australia acknowledges the condolences and support from The Hon. Jacinta Allan MP, Premier of Victoria, the Victorian State Government and Australian Federal Government in remembering Allan’s extraordinary career and dementia advocacy.
Dementia Australia extends thanks to the Moffat family for their request, that in lieu of flowers, tributes and donations to go to the Allan Moffat Foundation via fundraising.dementia.org.au/allan-moffat to continue Allan’s legacy in supporting people living with dementia, their families and carers.
For anyone in need of dementia information or support, please contact the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500 or visit dementia.org.au
Dementia Australia is the source of trusted information, education and services for the estimated more than 433,300 Australians living with dementia, and the more than 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.
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