Every three seconds, someone in the world develops dementia. Dementia has become the leading cause of death among Australian women, and remains the second leading cause of death across all Australians. In a 2016 study conducted by Dementia Australia, people with...
Dementia Australia is hosting a series of online workshops for carers of people living with dementia who are struggling with pandemic-related anxiety. The workshops will be presented via Zoom on 16 & 20 September and 8 & 30 October, and each workshop is the...
When Marcia* found out she was diagnosed with a rare blood disorder, she began to rely on her husband Glen more than ever. Glen was a pillar of strength for his wife, but sometimes found the role of full-time carer exhausting. Marcia needed constant supervision and...
Five Minutes with… Eric Want to know us better? We’re kicking off 2020 by telling you what makes us tick. This week we’re spending five minutes with our Acting Dementia Day Centre Coordinator Eric Scott. Take it away, Eric. 1. What’s your role at South Eastern...
