Dementia, Australia. We’re changing it.
Half a million Australians are living with dementia. Nearly two million are caring for someone who is. Discover how we’re improving the experience for people impacted by dementia through support, change and prevention.
Dementia, Australia. We need action.
Dementia is one of Australia’s greatest health challenges. It needs action, not acceptance.
About dementiaDementia is a brain condition. It’s not a normal part of ageing. Learn more about what dementia is, its symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and support.
Support for anyone in needYou don’t need to face dementia alone. We offer personalised, practical, and emotional support to people and families facing dementia.
Reduce your risk of dementiaDementia is not an inevitable part of ageing. Understand dementia risk reduction and brain health.
Finding purpose after diagnosis
After an Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis, Dr David Williams AM chose to speak openly, challenge stigma and use his living experience to make a difference. From early-morning swims in Wollongong to advocacy at Parliament House, David shares how connection, support and getting involved have given him new purpose and helped change perceptions of dementia.
Supporting people. Driving change. Advancing prevention.
Through education, research, innovation and fundraising we are changing dementia.
In your languageNeed information in another language? We have translated resources available in more than 40 languages, including Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Arabic, and Vietnamese.
LGBT+ people and dementiaDementia can affect anyone, regardless of age, background, culture, or if you’re lesbian, gay, bi+ or trans.
But if you are a member of the LGBT+ community, your needs might include affirming, inclusive, sensitive support, community connection and information.
Dementia and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peopleInformation, advice and support on dementia for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
We need your help to change dementia
With your help we can fuel research, accelerating the breakthroughs we urgently need, advancing dementia prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and care.
