In our latest issue, we interview Scientia Professor Matthew Kiernan of @neuraustralia. “There’s a financial drain that’s going to be imposed by dementia. We need policymakers, governments, and communities involved to improve the situation." Subscribe 👉

@DementiaTrainAu provides a consultancy on Medication Management that assists aged care facilities to use antipsychotic medications within best practice guidelines. We explore why this is important in our latest issue. Subscribe 👉 #Dementia #Medication

In this issue we explore the role artificial intelligence can play in dementia care from early diagnosis to treatment strategies. Subscribe to read 👉 #Dementia #ArtificialIntelligence

Volunteers play an essential role in dementia care. There are a number of resources to support this important group of people. Subscribe to the Australian Journal of Dementia Care today 👉 #Dementia #Volunteers

How do we engage and support people living with dementia in dementia friendly communities? We outline five helpful tips. Subscribe to read 👉 #DementiaFriendlyCommunities

In the January issue of the AJDC, we explore dementia and decision-making under Australian law. Subscribe to read 👉 #Dementia #Law

📣 January issue out now! We explore why dementia is and always will be everyone's business. Subscribe now to read 👉 #Dementia #Care

📣 The latest edition of the Australian Journal of Dementia Care is coming soon: Dementia is everybody's business. Subscribe now to receive a copy when it is released in January 2025 👉 #Dementia #AgedCare

☁ The DREAM initiative aims to enhance the capabilities of the aged care workforce in delivering high-quality dementia respite care. We spotlight the project in the latest issue of the AJDC. Subscribe to read 👉 @WickingDementia @DemSupportAu

🤔 How can we empower people with dementia? Physical support, promoting cognitive engagement and providing emotional support are some of the ways we can build independence for people living with dementia. Subscribe to the AJDC to read the full article 👉

Removing clutter, using signage and increasing lighting are some adaptations we can make to ensure comfort and safety for a person living with dementia 🏡 Our latest issue outlines some tips to live well at home with dementia. Subscribe here to read 👉

In an interview with Andrew Haszard from @DemSupportAu, we discuss the importance of individualised care, technology and community resources in providing effective dementia care. Subscribe to the AJDC to read this story 👉 #DementiaCare

In response to the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety, @DementiaTrainAu was commissioned to co-develop Australia's first National Dementia Education and Training Standards Framework. Subscribe to the AJDC to read 👉 #Dementia #AgedCare

🏡 How can we create a dementia-enabling home environment? Occupational Therapist, Christina Wyatt outlines some tips from lighting to noise, in the latest issue of the Australian Journal of Dementia Care. Subscribe to read 👉 #Dementia #OT

🧶 We explore ways caregivers can assist a person living with dementia to connect with their past experiences while engaging in manageable, satisfying activities like knitting or gardening. Subscribe to read at #DiversionalTherapy

🚗 Deciding to stop driving can be challenging. However, it is crucial to address this soon after a diagnosis. Read the article by Dr Steph Daly, who provides guidance on how to navigate this as a GP. Subscribe at #Dementia #Driving #GeneralPractictioner

We outline an easy workout program that can assist carers to integrate exercise into their dementia care 💪 Read the article in the latest issue of the AJDC. Subscribe now 👉 #Dementia #Care #Exercise

Accessible services is a major issue for rural-dwelling people living with dementia and their carers. We discuss this important topic in the latest issue of the AJDC. Subscribe here to read 👉 #Dementia #Rural #Accessibility

We discuss how technology can be designed for person-centred care in the latest issue of the Australian Journal of Dementia Care 📲 Subscribe to read the article at #Dementia #Technology #PersonCentredCare

Home can offer a powerful sense of belonging and comfort: emotional connections, familiar sights, sounds, memories, and routines. Read the article on living at home with dementia in the latest issue of the AJDC. Subscribe to read 👉