Are you concerned about your memory or worried that someone you know may have dementia? Dementia Australia is offering support in the Central Highlands, Queensland, between 17-19 March, 2026.
It is estimated there are almost 88,200 people living with dementia in Queensland. Without a medical breakthrough this number is expected to increase to more than 168,300 people living with dementia 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. Please note, bookings are essential. 
 
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.
Tuesday 17 March 9am-10:30am, Emerald QLD  
 
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 17 March 10am-2am, Blackwater QLD  
 
Creating a Dementia-Friendly Emerald
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 Emerald a place where everyone can thrive.
Tuesday 17 March 10am-12pm, Emerald QLD  
 
Memory & Ageing Session
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. Dementia Australia’s facilitators have specialist knowledge, skills and experience. Tuesday 17 March 1pm-2:30pm, Emerald QLD  
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.
Wednesday 18 March 9:30am-2:30pm, Emerald QLD
Memory & Ageing Session
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. Dementia Australia’s facilitators have specialist knowledge, skills and experience. Wednesday 18 March 10”30am-12pm, Springsure QLD  
Creating a Dementia-Friendly Blackwater
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 Emerald a place where everyone can thrive.
Wednesday 18 March 11:30am-12:30pm, Blackwater QLD  
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.
Wednesday 18 March 9:30am-11am, Blackwater QLD  
Creating a Dementia-Friendly Capella
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 Emerald a place where everyone can thrive.
Thursday 19 March 10aM-11:30am, Capella QLD  
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.
Thursday 19 March 10:30am-2:30am, Emerald QLD  
Memory & Ageing Session
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. Dementia Australia’s facilitators have specialist knowledge, skills and experience. Thursday 19 March 1pm-2:30pm, Blackwater QLD  
 
 
Bookings are essential. Visit https://www.dementia.org.au/brain-hub-central-highlands-qld 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. 
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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: David Gear, 0435 515 221
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.